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Small Landscape Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

$18.50 - $23/hr

Small, well established landscape company seeking someone with some experience for residential maintenance and small renovations. Full time monday through friday.Hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

$18.50 - $23/hr

Small, well established landscape company seeking someone with some experience for residential maintenance and small renovations. Full time monday through friday.Hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Landscape Gardener

Santee, CA ยท On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Since 1973, Bemus Landscape, INC. has been a leader in creating and maintaining beautiful ... Work with small power tools Requirements * At least 18 years old * Enthusiastic, dependable, and ...

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Small Landscape information

What is the difference between Small Landscape vs Landscape Technician?

AspectSmall LandscapeLandscape Technician
CertificationsOften requires basic horticulture or landscaping certificationsTypically requires similar certifications, sometimes more specialized
Work EnvironmentSmall-scale projects, residential yards, local clientsLarge-scale projects, commercial sites, public parks
Industry UsageUsed by small landscaping businesses or independent workersCommonly employed by larger landscaping companies or contractors

Small Landscape and Landscape Technician roles share similar certifications and work environments, but Small Landscape often refers to smaller projects or independent work, while Landscape Technicians typically handle larger, more complex sites within the industry.

What cities in California are hiring for Small Landscape jobs?

Cities in California with the most Small Landscape job openings:

Infographic showing various Small Landscape job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Landscape Maintenance Technician

Lake Forest, CA โ€ข On-site

Mission Landscape Companies, Inc
Architectural Servicesย โ€ขย 201 - 500 employees

$19 - $22/hr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

JOB DESCRIPTIONJOB TITLE: LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN  EXEMPT: NO LOCATION: JOB TYPE: Full-time DAYS: Monday - Friday REPORTS TO: Sr. Crew Supervisor JOB SUMMARY:The Landscape Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining cemetery grounds to ensure a clean, respectful, and well-manicured environment for visitors and families. This role requires experience operating small landscaping equipment and working in a cemetery setting with professionalism, attention to detail, and sensitivity.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform routine landscape maintenance including mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, planting, and debris removalOperate small equipment such as walk-behind mowers, blowers, string trimmers, hedge trimmers and edgersEnsure equipment is cleaned, maintained, and stored properlyAlways follow safety procedures and OSHA guidelinesWork collaboratively with crew members and follow direction from Senior Crew SupervisorsProvide respectful service when working near funeral services and visiting familiesNotifying crew supervisor immediately of unsafe working conditions or practices observed in the area Follow company core values, Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, Quality, & ServiceOther duties may be assignedQUALIFICATIONS: Prior experience in landscape maintenance, preferably within a cemetery environmentExperience operating and maintaining small landscape equipmentAbility to operate hand tools and power tools safelyAbility to perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditionsUnderstanding of safe equipment operation and basic mechanical troubleshootingAbility to follow instructions and work effectively under Senior Crew SupervisorsPREFERRED SKILLS: Experience working in a cemetery, park, or large landscaped property preferredBilingual (English/Spanish) a plusAbility to work independently and as part of a teamGood communication skillsProfessional demeanor and sensitivity to cemetery operationsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Prolonged periods standing, walking, stretching, bending, climbing ladders, kneeling, pulling and repetitive tasksMust be physically able to operate power equipmentMust be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and uneven ground and landscape slopes.Regularly lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds, frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 poundsWORK ENVIRONEMENT:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Must be able to work quietly and respectfully during services. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.