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UMH Properties Inc

LAWN CARE

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$20/hr

Job Purpose The Community Lawn Caretaker is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the appearance and health of community lawns and green spaces. This role involves performing a variety of lawn ...

City of Copperas Cove

Cemetery Caretaker

Copperas Cove, TX · On-site

$17 - $20.25/hr

Performs a variety of cemetery caretaking duties; mowing grass utilizing lawn mowing equipment, trimming, pruning, weeding, fertilizing, planting, raising and lowing of flags, opening the cemetery ...

Oakley Country Club

Greens Caretaker

Watertown, MA · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

You'll get started nice and early, getting to work mowing the lawn, raking out the bunkers, and ... WHAT WE'RE OFFERING OUR GREENS CARETAKERS: * Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour * Schedule: 5:30 am to 2 ...

Oakley Country Club

Greens Caretaker

Watertown, MA · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

You'll get started nice and early, getting to work mowing the lawn, raking out the bunkers, and ... WHAT WE'RE OFFERING OUR GREENS CARETAKERS:Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hourSchedule: 5:30 am to 2:00 pm ...

Thies & Talle Management

Caretaker

Hibbing, MN · On-site

The person in the Caretaker position provides cleaning and minor maintenance of all buildings on-site for which he/she is responsible, including maintaining the lawn and the surrounding property. The ...

Thies & Talle Management

Caretaker

Saint Francis, MN · On-site

The person in the Caretaker position provides cleaning and minor maintenance of all buildings on-site for which he/she is responsible, including maintaining the lawn and the surrounding property. The ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Hayward, CA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward, CA ... Maintains lawn and trims around trees, walkways, and memorial markers * Lays sod * Moves and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Houston, TX · On-site

$20.25 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker at San Jacinto Memorial Park in Houston ... Maintains lawn and trims around trees, walkways, and memorial markers * Lays sod * Moves and ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Oakland, CA

$21 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker at Chapel of the Chimes Oakland, CA. Our ... Maintains lawn and trims around trees, walkways, and memorial markers * Weed and debris removal ...

NorthStar Memorial Group

Cemetery Caretaker

Dallas, TX · On-site

$19.25 - $23/hr

NorthStar Memorial Group is seeking a Cemetery Caretaker at Restland Funeral Home, Cemetery and ... Maintains lawn and trims around trees, walkways, and memorial markers * Lays sod * Moves and ...

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How much do lawn caretaker jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for lawn caretaker in the United States is $19.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Lawn care jobs typically do not require formal certification, but having knowledge of horticulture, landscaping, and equipment operation is important. Some employers may prefer or require certifications in pesticide application or landscape design for specialized tasks.
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LAWN CARE

UMH Properties Inc

Elkhart, IN • On-site

$20/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 5 hours ago

UMH Properties rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

168th of 202 rated real estate companies

Job description

UMH Properties, Inc. is a publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) that has tripled in size over the past 10 years, with no signs of slowing down.

We are seeking an Lawn Care for our Parke Place location.

Job Purpose


The Community Lawn Caretaker is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the appearance and health of community lawns and green spaces. This role involves performing a variety of lawn care tasks, including mowing, watering, fertilizing, and weed control. The Community Lawn Caretaker ensures that community lawns are well-maintained, aesthetically pleasing, and safe for residents and visitors to enjoy.

Job Duties

  • Perform regular lawn maintenance tasks, including mowing, edging, and trimming to keep community lawns well-manicured and visually appealing.
  • Monitor soil moisture levels and water lawns as needed. Operate and maintain irrigation systems, adjusting watering schedules based on weather conditions and water conservation guidelines.
  • Apply fertilizers and other lawn care products to promote healthy grass growth and control weeds. Follow proper application techniques and safety guidelines.
  • Maintain landscape beds, including pulling out weeds, and pruning shrubs and trees.
  • Operate and maintain lawn care equipment, such as lawnmowers, trimmers, blowers, and sprayers. Perform regular maintenance, cleaning, and repairs on equipment to ensure their safe and efficient operation.
  • The position includes all other responsibilities that may be necessary to fulfill the duties associated with the position or as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Proven experience in lawn care, groundskeeping, or landscaping.
  • Knowledge of and ability to use and maintain mowing and landscaping equipment.
  • Strong customer service skills and the ability to provide the UMH standard of service.
  • Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently to complete job duties.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Willingness to attend periodic training on procedures and laws as they pertain to the job duties.

Physical requirements of the job

  • Stand for much of the workday.
  • Frequently lift objects over 20 pounds during the workday.
  • Occasionally kneel and crawl
  • Use of power tools and hand tools
  • Use of heavy equipment and moving heavy equipment

Work Environment

  • This job is performed outdoors and involves exposure to elements of nature such as varying climates and weather conditions, uneven terrain, insects, animals, etc.

Travel

  • Occasional car travel may be required to handle work-related errands outside of the community.


Work Schedule

  • Full-time schedule is typically Monday through Friday with base hours of approximately 40 hours per week.
  • For full-time employees: Overtime work is required and may be assigned on a regular basis or on a rotating schedule dependent upon community staffing and community needs.
  • For full-time employees: Overtime work may be required on weekends and holidays.
  • Seasonal and part-time schedules will vary based upon length of season geographically as well as specific community needs.
  • In-person attendance is an essential function of this position.

Job Classification

  • This is a non-exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Non-exempt employees will be eligible for overtime pay in weeks where total hours worked exceed forty hours.



UMH Properties, Inc. will explore and provide reasonable accommodations to assist any qualified individual with a disability in performing the essential functions of his/her job. Please speak with human resources should you require an accommodation or have any questions.

UMH Properties, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


Candidates please note: You will receive emails regarding the status of your application. Some are autogenerated updates while others are correspondence from our HR team or the hiring manager directly. In some instances, these emails may go to your email SPAM folder. Be sure to check that folder regularly.

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