Landscapers, gardeners, exterior turnover techs at Del Mar Vacations – Orleans, Massachusetts

About Del Mar Vacations

Del Mar Vacations is a Veteran-owned and operated, full-service vacation property management company with over 400 homes across Cape Cod. Our mission is to create lifelong memories through 5-star guest and homeowner experiences—and we do that by putting hospitality and service at the heart of everything we do.

We’re a team of passionate, smart, and engaged people who solve problems creatively and serve with care. Our ideal teammates thrive in a high-energy, tight-knit environment, are intellectually curious, optimistic, and ready to pivot when things change.

We live and work by our mantra:R.R.R.E.E.E. – Readiness. Responsiveness. Resolution. Empathy. Efficiency. Enthusiasm. It’s how we show up, how we fix things, and how we treat people.

Our values make this more than just a job:

Be Reliable. Reliable. Reliable.Think like a Guest. Think like a Homeowner. Think like a Team Member.The Obstacle is the Opportunity.Make it Happen.Be Anti-Fragile.

If that resonates with you, keep reading.

Landscaper / Gardener / Exterior Operations TechniciansWho We Are

Del Mar Vacations is a Veteran-owned, full-service vacation rental company managing 400+ homes across Cape Cod. Our mission is to create lifelong memories through 5-star guest and homeowner experiences, powered by a team that moves fast, solves problems, and cares a lot.

We live by:R.R.R.E.E.E. — Readiness, Responsiveness, Resolution, Empathy, Efficiency, Enthusiasm

And we’re serious about our values:

Be Reliable. Reliable. Reliable.Think like a Guest / Homeowner / Team MemberThe Obstacle is the OpportunityMake it HappenBe Anti-Fragile

If you take pride in clean, sharp work and you notice the stuff everyone else walks past… you’ll fit in.

The Role: Landscaper / Gardener / Exterior Operations

Type: Full-time (year-round) or Part-time/SeasonalPay range: $19-$32 per hour (depending on experience)Location: Cape Cod (Headquarters in Orleans, MA)

We’re hiring Landscapers/Gardeners/Exterior Ops teammates who can keep our homes looking dialed-in and guest-ready—consistently. This is not “mow and go.” This is curb appeal with standards: clean edges, healthy plantings, tidy beds, crisp walkways, and proactive eyes on issues before they become complaints. You’ll work across multiple homes, sometimes independently, sometimes alongside our Exterior Ops team. The goal is simple: every property should look like we care. Because we do.

What You’ll Own 1) Property Curb Appeal + Landscape Standards Maintain landscaping across multiple vacation homes: watering, planting, pruning, deadheading, weeding, edging, mulching, seasonal cleanupsKeep beds, walkways, and exterior areas tidy and consistent with Del Mar standardsMow, trim, and maintain grass areas as needed (where applicable to the role)2) Project Work + Light Improvements Support landscape refreshes and small improvement projects (bed rebuilds, shrub replacement, planting installs, cleanups, etc.)Execute work to scope with strong time management and quality control3) Proactive Problem-Spotting Identify issues early: dying plants, irrigation problems, drainage/erosion, pest damage, unsafe walkways, broken exterior itemsCommunicate clearly with the team so we can fix problems fast and avoid repeat issues4) Professional Homeowner Presence Interact with homeowners professionally and effectively when needed to confirm scope and ensure satisfactionRepresent Del Mar with calm, respectful communication (even when someone is emotionally attached to their ornamental grass)5) Safety + Tools + Field ReadinessSafely operate typical landscaping tools (mowers, trimmers, blowers, hand tools, etc.)Maintain equipment care, cleanliness, and safe work practicesFollow company policies, job notes, and checklists so work is consistent across the portfolioYou Might Be a Fit If You…Have experience in landscaping, gardening, or property exterior maintenance (multi-site work is a plus)Know how to do the basics well: edging, weeding, pruning, mulching, planting, watering, seasonal cleanupsCan work independently, manage time, and move efficiently across multiple homesCommunicate clearly and professionally (no mystery updates, no disappearing acts)Care about details and take pride in clean, finished workAre physically able to work outdoors in heat, humidity, and the occasional Cape Cod mood swing

Bonus points (not required):

Portuguese speakingIrrigation installation/maintenance experiencePesticide/fertilizer licenseHorticulture knowledge (shrubs, perennials, plant care)

Preferred experience (flexible):

Gardening: 1+ yearLandscape maintenance: 3+ yearsMowing: 3+ yearsWhat’s In It For YouFull-time year-round or seasonal flexibility (depending on role + fit)Overtime available during summer monthsBenefits for eligible full-time team members may include:Health Insurance401(k) with employer matchPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysA team that works hard, solves problems fast, and actually respects good workClear standards, real systems, and leaders who don’t shrug at chaosReady to Apply?

Del Mar Vacations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran

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