Lawn Care Job Description: How to Write Your Own [+ Free Template]

Hillary Walters

Lawn care job description example

Use this template to write your own lawn care job description. Modify the business name, role description, responsibilities, qualifications, hours, and company description based on your business needs.

Lawn Care Specialist, Full Time – Mow & Sow

Mow & Sow is hiring a hardworking lawn care specialist to help manage outdoor spaces for residential and commercial clients. Our typical lawn service maintenance contracts include grass and hedge trimming, fertilizer application, weed control, and occasional planting.

Job responsibilities:

Use a lawn mower, sod cutters, and other tools to trim grass and edge lawn areas
Apply seed, fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides to lawns
Maintain and water plants, flower beds, and underlying soil on clients lawns
Operate backpack blower and gather leaves, hedge trimmings, and debris for removal
Use pruners and trimmers to remove shrub and tree overgrowth
Plant flowers, shrubs, trees, and turf as requested by the client
Meet with potential clients to assess lawns and identify areas of improvement
Drive work trucks to/from job sites and supplier locations
Load and unload lawn care tools into/from work trucks
Clear snow and ice from sidewalks, paths, and driveways in winter
Log billable hours accurately using a time tracking app
Add job details, review daily tasks, and communicate with customers using our lawn care business app

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
1–2 years of lawn care or groundskeeping experience
Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
Able to repeatedly lift and move 50+ pounds
Able to sit, stand, kneel, and lift
Able to work in all weather conditions
Strong communication and customer service skills
Strong work ethic and positive attitude
Self-starter who can manage time effectively
Willing to learn and to follow instructions
Can work independently and as part of a team environment
Experience using lawn care equipment preferred (e.g., lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, weed eaters)
Experience using scheduling apps or routing apps preferred (training can be provided)

Work hours:

Full-time, year-round
Tue–Sat, 7:00am–3:00pm

Compensation:

$16–19/hour (experience based)
Signing bonus and year-round bonus opportunities
Health insurance, including dental and vision
Paid holidays, time off, and parental leave
401(k) matching and life insurance

This position will require a background check upon hire.

About Mow & Sow

Mow & Sow is a growing lawn care company with three employees and more than 100 five-star reviews. We provide residential and commercial lawn mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, weed control, yard cleanup, aeration, grass seeding and sodding, and snow shoveling and deicing in the winter months.

We put customer happiness above all else and pride ourselves on doing the job right the first time. We aim to give customers an exceptional experience and to be the most in-demand lawn care business in Richmond.

To apply for this position, send your resume to [company email address].

What to include in your lawn care worker job description:

Job summary
Job responsibilities
Qualifications and skills
Work hours
Compensation
Company overview

1. Job summary

Describe the lawn maintenance position you’re hiring for in a few sentences, without listing day-to-day job duties. This gives job seekers a basic idea of the work they can expect and why you need someone in this role. You should also clarify whether the role is full or part-time.

Here’s an example of what your lawn care position summary could look like:

Lawn Care Specialist, Full Time

Mow & Sow is hiring a full-time hardworking lawn care specialist to help manage outdoor spaces for residential and commercial clients. Our typical lawn service maintenance contracts include grass and hedge trimming, fertilizer application, weed control, and occasional planting.

Your position summary should briefly describe the type of work they will be performing, and answer questions like:

What’s the title of the position?
What type of clients will they be working for? (e.g., residential or commercial)
After reading your position summary, job seekers should instantly know if this is the position they’re looking for.

2. Job responsibilities

Next, write a bullet-pointed list that covers your new employee’s day-to-day tasks and responsibilities. This shows candidates what they can expect from the role.

Sample lawn care duties and responsibilities:

Use a lawn mower, sod cutters, and other tools to trim grass and edge lawn areas
Apply seed, fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides to lawns
Maintain and water plants, flower beds, and underlying soil on clients lawns
Operate backpack blower and gather leaves, hedge trimmings, and debris for removal
Use pruners and trimmers to remove shrub and tree overgrowth
Plant flowers, shrubs, trees, and turf as requested by the client
Meet with potential clients to assess lawns and identify areas of improvement
Drive work trucks to/from job sites and supplier locations
Load and unload lawn care tools into/from work trucks
Clear snow and ice from sidewalks, paths, and driveways in winter
Log billable hours accurately using a time tracking app
Add job details, review daily tasks, and communicate with customers using our lawn care business app

To write a realistic list of job responsibilities, start by asking:

How many visits will you expect the employee to complete each day or each week?
What types of lawn maintenance services will they need to complete?
What kind of landscaping equipment will they need to operate (e.g., tractors, chainsaws, power tools)?
Will they be required to work with fertilizer or pesticides?
Will they be expected to perform any winter landscaping services, like snow removal?
Will they be responsible for admin duties like scheduling jobs, creating quotes, or invoicing clients?
Will they be handling customer interactions, whether face-to-face or over the phone?

3. Qualifications and skills

Write a quick description of the education, experience, skills, and behaviors that your candidates need to qualify for the job. This helps you filter out job seekers who aren’t suited for the position.

Qualifications also help business owners find new employees who fit well with the existing team.

As Danielle Rossi shares in the Masters of Home Service expert panel, “One of the most important pieces when applying for our job is working well with the crew. We don’t want to bring in anyone that does not fit well, because we have such a strongly bonded crew already.”

“You have to be motivated, you have to be willing to go out and take on new challenges every day,” Rossi says.

Here are a few non-negotiables and qualifications you can list in your job write-up:

Sample qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
1–2 years of lawn care or groundskeeping experience
Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
Able to repeatedly lift and move 50+ pounds
Able to sit, stand, kneel, and lift
Able to work in all weather conditions
Strong communication and customer service skills
Strong work ethic and positive attitude
Self-starter who can manage time effectively
Willing to learn and to follow instructions
Can work independently and as part of a team environment
Experience using lawn care equipment preferred (e.g., lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, weed eaters)
Experience using scheduling apps or routing apps preferred (training can be provided)

To create your list of skills and qualifications, as yourself:

What personality traits are a requirement for someone to succeed on your team (e.g., independent, solution focused)?
What three words would you use to describe your current employees (e.g., supportive, compassionate, motivated)?
What qualifications are absolutely necessary for any of your employees (e.g., high school diploma, driver’s license)?
What qualifications are nice to have but not necessary (e.g., experience working with specific equipment or chemicals)?

Candidates with bonus skills and experience can strengthen your team and allow you to offer new services. Make it clear which skills are required and which are preferred or optional.

Special licensing and other qualifications

Depending on where your business operates and what services it offers, lawn care specialists may need fertilizer certification or pest control licensing to apply fertilizer or pesticide. Be specific if your opening requires extra paperwork or certification.

The final stretch: Don’t forget logistics at each stage of the hiring process. Always tell applicants if they’ll need to go through extra screening questions before they’re officially hired. This might include a drug test, driving record review, criminal background screen, or reference check.

4. Work hours

Tell your applicants exactly what hours they can expect to work. Being up-front about your employee’s expected work schedule will ensure you only attract candidates who can work when you need them.

Sample work hours:

Full-time, year-round
Tue–Sat, 7:00am–3:00pm

Your lawn care job description should include:

Whether the job is full-time or part-time
Whether it’s permanent, temporary, or seasonal
Number of work hours per week

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Email Address
Industry
Location

5. Compensation

Include the wage or salary range you’re willing to offer. Salary is among the most important information that applicants want to see in a job posting.

Sample compensation:

$16–19/hour (experience based)
Signing bonus and year-round bonus opportunities
Health insurance, including dental and vision
Paid holidays, time off, and parental leave
401(k) matching and life insurance

Make sure your lawn care technician job description includes:

A range or exact number that candidates can expect for hourly wage or salary
Whether you offer an employee bonus program or other incentives
Benefits like paid time off, health insurance, or a retirement savings plan

How much do lawn care workers make an hour?

The median hourly wage for lawn care and grounds maintenance workers is $18.12 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The median annual salary is $37,690 per year.

Hourly wages and annual salary usually vary based on experience level. These totals also change based on where you live and work, and whether the cost of living is high, moderate, or low. To set competitive rates, check out what local competitors offer their teams.

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6. Company overview

In your job description, tell applicants how your company creates a positive work environment. You need to make a strong case for your company so it can stand out from other job postings and attract the applicants you want.

Sample company overview

Mow & Sow is a growing lawn care company with three employees and more than 100 five-star reviews on Google and Yelp.

We provide residential and commercial lawn mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, weed control, yard cleanup, aeration, grass seeding and sodding, and snow shoveling and deicing in the winter months.

To apply for this position, send your resume to [company email address].

A good company overview answers questions like:

When and why did you start this business?
What are your mission statement, vision statement, and values?
How do you describe your company culture?
What makes lawn maintenance work fulfilling for your employees? (Ask your employees for input here!)
Why do your employees work for you and what makes them stay?
What perks do you offer?
What long-term professional development is available for your employees?

LISTEN NOW: Hiring outstanding employees (and retaining them)

Once your lawn care job description is ready, post it on online job boards, Facebook groups, your social media pages, and your lawn care website.

Hiring the right person is possible—and it’s one of the most important steps you can take to overcome staffing challenges and grow your business.

If you’re ready to take action, click below for a Masters of Home Service interview where we break down exactly how to hire the best people.

Frequently Asked Questions

: Make sure your ad includes the job title, responsibilities, required skills or experience, hours, pay range, and how to apply. A clear, friendly tone and a quick mention of any perks (like flexible hours or bonuses) can help your role stand out.
: Start with popular job sites like Indeed, Craigslist, and Facebook Jobs, which are great for local hiring. You can also try industry-specific platforms like LawnSite or local community boards to reach people already familiar with lawn care and landscaping work.
: An average lawn care job involves mowing, trimming, edging, fertilizing, and basic yard cleanup. Depending on the company, it might also include seasonal tasks like leaf removal, snow clearing, or minor landscaping work.
: There are several common titles for people who provide lawn care service:

• Lawn care specialists, lawn care workers, and lawn care technicians are different names for the same job, which involves mowing, fertilizing, mulching, weeding, trimming, and pruning tasks.
• An irrigation technician or irrigation specialist monitors, manages, and maintains clients’ sprinklers and irrigation systems to keep lawns healthy and green.
• Lawn care and snow removal specialists work for lawn care businesses that also offer snow removal services in the winter.
• Landscape laborers and landscape professionals perform both lawn care and landscaping work. Landscaping involves installing plants and garden structures, in addition to lawn and landscape maintenance.
• A lawn care crew leader supports the business owner by scheduling crew members, providing on-the-job direction and feedback, and ensuring the team meets deadlines and stays on budget.