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West Virginia University

Landscape Workers

Morgantown, WV · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

Applying to this position today allows you to be considered for multiple Landscape Worker openings available at WVU. Please be sure to answer the prescreening questions when submitting your ...

West Virginia University

Landscape Workers

Morgantown, WV

$16 - $19.75/hr

Applying to this position today allows you to be considered for multiple Landscape Worker openings available at WVU. Please be sure to answer the prescreening questions when submitting your ...

ALPACA LAND SERVICES INC

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Landscape worker

Crystal Lake, IL

$20 - $22/hr

... landscape workers to perform quality work and provide customer satisfaction! compensation: Competitive pay based on experience • Weekly pay • Opportunity for growth and increased pay based on ...

ALPACA LAND SERVICES INC

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Landscape worker

Crystal Lake, IL

$20 - $22/hr

... landscape workers to perform quality work and provide customer satisfaction! compensation: Competitive pay based on experience • Weekly pay • Opportunity for growth and increased pay based on ...

City of O'Fallon

Seasonal Landscape Worker

O Fallon, MO · On-site

$17.85 - $19.35/hr

Our Seasonal Landscape Workers earn competitive pay with an expected starting rate of $17.85 hourly. As part of our Parks Department, you will be responsible for assisting in the beautification and ...

City of O'Fallon

Seasonal Landscape Worker

O Fallon, MO · On-site

$17.85/hr

Our Seasonal Landscape Workers earn competitive pay with an expected starting rate of $17.85 hourly. As part of our Parks Department, you will be responsible for assisting in the beautification and ...

City of O'Fallon

Seasonal Landscape Worker

O Fallon, MO · On-site

$17.85 - $19.35/hr

Our Seasonal Landscape Workers earn competitive pay with an expected starting rate of $17.85 hourly. As part of our Parks Department, you will be responsible for assisting in the beautification and ...

Green Impact Landscape

Landscape Crew Leader

Taylors, SC

$16 - $20.25/hr

Key Responsibilities: - Lead and supervise a team of landscape workers in the execution of various landscaping projects, including planting, pruning, mulching, and irrigation. - Plan and manage daily ...

Luke's Landscaping and Tree Service Co.

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Landscape Foreman

Homer City, PA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Supervise and mentor a crew of landscape workers, providing on-site direction and constructive feedback to ensure high-quality results. * Project Execution: Lead the installation and maintenance of ...

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How much do landscape workers jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for landscape workers in the United States is $17.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Landscape Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Landscape Worker, you need basic horticultural knowledge, physical stamina, and experience with grounds maintenance, often gained through on-the-job training or vocational programs. Familiarity with landscaping tools, lawn mowers, trimmers, and sometimes irrigation systems is essential. Attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work well in teams are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure that landscapes are maintained to high standards, client expectations are met, and work is performed safely and efficiently.

What are some typical challenges faced by landscape workers during seasonal changes, and how can they prepare for them?

Landscape workers often encounter challenges such as fluctuating weather conditions, increased workloads during peak planting or mowing seasons, and the need to adjust techniques for different plant growth cycles. To prepare, it's important to stay updated on local weather forecasts, use appropriate protective gear, and plan tasks ahead to accommodate sudden changes. Team coordination and clear communication with supervisors also help ensure projects stay on track and safety standards are maintained throughout the year.

What do landscape workers do?

Landscape workers are responsible for maintaining and improving outdoor spaces such as gardens, parks, and commercial properties. Their duties often include mowing lawns, planting flowers and trees, trimming shrubs, applying fertilizers, and operating landscaping equipment. They may also install irrigation systems, lay sod, and assist with landscape construction projects. Landscape workers play a key role in creating attractive and functional outdoor environments.

What is the difference between Landscape Workers vs Groundskeepers?

AspectLandscape WorkersGroundskeepers
CredentialsMay require horticulture or landscaping certificationsOften need groundskeeping or landscaping experience, sometimes certifications
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, on residential, commercial, or public propertiesOutdoor, maintaining parks, golf courses, and institutional grounds
Employer & IndustryLandscaping companies, nurseries, constructionMunicipalities, parks, golf courses, schools

Both Landscape Workers and Groundskeepers perform outdoor maintenance, but Landscape Workers often focus on planting, designing, and installing landscapes, while Groundskeepers primarily maintain existing grounds like parks and golf courses. The roles overlap in outdoor work and certifications, but their specific tasks and work environments differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Landscape Workers job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 45% Full Time, 43% Part Time, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,614 per year, or $17.1 per hour.
Landscape Workers

Landscape Workers

West Virginia University

Morgantown, WV • On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 14 days ago

West Virginia University rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 60 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

401st of 530 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Description
The Facilities Management unit of the Division of Facilities and Services is seeking applications for Landscape Worker positions.
Under the direction of the Supervisor and/or Lead, this position will maintain and care for the exterior appearance of institutional buildings, lawns, plantings and grounds surrounding the campus. This work involves adhering to established standard procedures, techniques and safety requirements with some judgment required to interpret instructions.
Applying to this position today allows you to be considered for multiple Landscape Worker openings available at WVU. Please be sure to answer the prescreening questions when submitting your application so that we can filter your application to the correct supervisory teams/ locations based on your employment preferences.
What you'll do:
  • Mow, seed, and aerate lawns and turf; trim and edge as needed; water lawns, shrubs and ornamental gardens; remove and dispose of debris throughout grounds area.
  • Take care of plants, shrubs and flowers located throughout campus, including preparing grounds and beds for planting and seeding, taking soil samples, reporting pest problems hauling and spreading topsoil and other additives, planting ornamentals, flowers, shrubs and trees, and trimming and pruning landscaping.
  • Interpret blueprints or follows verbal and written instructions in performing skilled landscape maintenance and construction.
  • Operate, service and maintain all grounds maintenance equipment such as trucks, tractors, large seeders, riding mowers, snow removal equipment, skid loaders, end loaders and tilt bed trucks.
  • Operate, service and maintain hand tools, power tools and equipment such as weedeaters, lawnmowers, roto-tillers, chain saws, fertilizer spreaders, small seeders, sod cutters, walk-behind sweepers, vacs and turf renovators.
  • Assist in the planting, staking and removal of trees as needed.
  • Set up plant material for use at Special Events.
  • Remove snow and spread de-icers on all public passageways by means of hand tools, power brooms, tractors and trucks.
  • Must be able to respond to emergency situations on all occasions and must be available for telephone contact during all emergency and environmentally unsafe conditions.

The Division of Facilities and Services encompasses two units that are integral to the University's success. Our units employ talented and skilled workers whose jobs range from maintaining, protecting and improving the University's buildings and grounds. Facilities and Services takes care of every aspect of WVU so that its employees, students and guests are safe and satisfied on campus.
Work Hours: Various shifts available
Work Schedule: Full Time, Part Time, and Temporary employment available at different times throughout the year
Work Location: Varies based on need
Work Days: Varies based on needs of department
Pay Grade: 10
WVU provides competitive wages for its employees and takes related experience and education into consideration when determining appropriate salary. We also offer full time employees a comprehensive benefits package, 12 paid holidays and generous paid time off, as well as many other discounts and services. Learn more about available benefits for full time employees at https://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation. (Some part time positions may also qualify for benefits. Temporary roles are not benefits-eligible)
Please note: This is a pool requisition so your application will be considered for all current Landscape Worker openings. If you are selected to move forward in the hiring process, your application will be moved to a specific Landscape Worker opening.
Qualifications
  • High School diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • At least one (1) year of work experience in areas such as: heavy equipment operation, farm operations and equipment use, highway maintenance, building construction, public works, and park maintenance.
  • Experience in grounds maintenance and lawn care within a commercial and/or residential environment is preferred.

  • Valid driver's license
  • Physical requirements include:
    • Lifting at least 50 pounds
    • Ability to work on feet for extended periods
    • Climbing, stooping, bending and working from ladders
    • Working in confined spaces
    • Employee must use landscape construction and maintenance equipment on steep slopes and in close proximity to students, faculty, staff and buildings on campus
    • Must have excellent eye to hand coordination

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