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Mulching Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Edging and mulching * Pruning and planting shrubs * General landscape maintenance * Other duties as assigned by supervisor Requirements: * 1-3 years of landscaping experience * Must be experienced in ...

Edging and mulching * Pruning and planting shrubs * General landscape maintenance * Other duties as assigned by supervisor Requirements: * 1-3 years of landscaping experience * Must be experienced in ...

Edging and mulching * Pruning and planting shrubs * General landscape maintenance * Other duties as assigned by supervisor Requirements: * 1-3 years of landscaping experience * Must be experienced in ...

Will include grass cutting, edging, mulching, pruning, planting shrubs, and other duties as assigned by supervisor. Position Summary: The Landscape Crew Member performs maintenance and installation ...

Will include grass cutting, edging, mulching, pruning, planting shrubs, and other duties as assigned by supervisor. Position Summary: The Landscape Crew Member performs maintenance and installation ...

Will include grass cutting, edging, mulching, pruning, planting shrubs, and other duties as assigned by supervisor. Position Summary: The Landscape Crew Member performs maintenance and installation ...

Team Helper

Lorton, VA · On-site

$19.20 - $20/hr

Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, or trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls. * Follow planned landscaping designs to determine ...

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How much do mulching jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for mulching in Virginia is $16.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.76 and $18.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of mulching?

A typical day in a mulching job involves transporting and spreading mulch around trees, flower beds, and landscaped areas, ensuring even coverage and proper depth for plant health. You may also be responsible for preparing sites by removing weeds, debris, or old mulch, and occasionally assisting with other landscaping tasks. Mulching professionals often work outdoors in various weather conditions, both independently and as part of a landscaping crew. Good teamwork and communication skills are important, as you may need to coordinate with clients or crew members to meet deadlines and achieve desired results.

What is mulching?

A mulching job involves applying a protective layer of material, such as wood chips, straw, or leaves, to soil surfaces. This process helps retain moisture, suppress weeds, regulate soil temperature, and improve soil health. Mulching is commonly performed in landscaping, gardening, and agricultural settings. Professionals may use specialized equipment like mulchers to spread materials efficiently over large areas.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for mulching?

To thrive in Mulching, you need knowledge of landscaping techniques, safe equipment operation, and familiarity with various mulching materials, often acquired through on-the-job experience. Experience with tools such as wheelbarrows, mulch blowers, and sometimes small loaders or spreaders is beneficial, although formal certifications are seldom required. Strong attention to detail, physical stamina, and reliability help professionals excel in this role. These skills ensure efficiency, safety, and high-quality results when improving the health and aesthetics of outdoor environments.

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Infographic showing various Mulching job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $35,308 per year, or $17 per hour.

Cleanup/Mulching Crew Leader

Grass Roots Lawn and Landscaping

Fredericksburg, VA • On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago


Job description

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
 

REQUIRED: 1 Year of commercial lawn care crew leader with experience in pruning and mulching and must be shown in resume. If your resume does not list a commercial landscape company that you have worked for as a crew leader for at least a year, that we can call and speak to, we will not move forward with the hiring process as the cleanup crew leader. You can still apply for the laborer position. 
 
 
Responsibilities
 

· Work as crew leader to provide cleanup and pruning maintenance on our landscapes. Run a crew of up to 4, making sure the job is completed in the allotted time
 
 
· Operate a commercial hedge trimmer, know how to prune and shape bushes, edge mulch beds, and lay mulch in a timely manner 
 
 
· Assist with loading and unloading work truck, always comply with company safety policies
 
 
· Drive a truck and trailer
 
 
· Work well with others in a team environment and be helpful and courteous to customers
 
 
· Supervise crews in an efficient, polite and timely manner
 
 
· Speak with supervisor on quality of properties as well as feedback on crew members working under them
 
 
· Checking in and out of jobs on a scheduling app on your phone
 
 
· Duties also include but are not limited to digging holes, planting trees and shrubs, laying mulch and sod.
 
 
Requirements
 

· Must have a proper valid driver’s license (clean with MVR) and timely transportation to and from work
 
 
· Must be able to speak and understand English fluently 
 
 
· Reliable and dependable
 
 
· Desire to work in landscaping
 
 
· 1 year running a crew of 2 or more members is required (includes, driving a truck and trailer and running commercial mowing equipment.)
 
 
Physical Demands
 

· Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body
 
 
· Be able to reach overhead
 
 
· Be able to work in various standing and bending positions for extended periods of time
 
 
· Be able to lift, pull and push material and equipment to complete assigned job tasks
 
 
· Ability to work outside all day
 
 
Miscellaneous
 

· 40 hours weekly during in season
 
 
· Paid weekly
 
 
· We require a drug free workplace - all applicants offered a position maybe required to pass a pre-employment drug test before they are hired
 
 
Required experience:
 
 
· Commercial Lawn Care Experience as a crew leader: 1 years
 
 
Job Type: Full-time
 
 
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour