Commercial Landscaper / Grounds Laborer - Nashville, TN in Nashville, Tennessee at School Facility Management LLC

Commercial Landscaper / Grounds Laborer

Location: Nashville, TN

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay: $18.00–$20.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week

Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM (includes 30-minute unpaid lunch)

Occasional weekend work may be required

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Commercial Landscaper / Grounds Laborer to maintain multiple commercial properties throughout the Nashville area. This position performs lawn care, landscape maintenance, site cleanup, and other outdoor labor while supporting a Crew Leader. If you enjoy working outdoors and want a stable, full-time position with opportunities for advancement, we'd like to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general lawn and landscape maintenance, including mowing, string trimming, edging, mulching, weed control, pruning shrubs, and blowing
• Remove litter, leaves, sticks, and debris from lawns, walkways, and common areas
• Support site cleanup and upkeep of commercial properties
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting materials and equipment
• Assist crew leaders with various landscaping or maintenance tasks as directed
• Assist with snow and ice removal during winter weather conditions
• Participate in event setup and teardown as needed
• Support other departments with general labor tasks during slower periods
• Safely operate landscaping tools and equipment after training
• Complete daily electronic timesheets accurately and on time
• Follow all company safety procedures and supervisor instructions

• 1+ year of landscaping, groundskeeping, construction, or outdoor labor experience preferred
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn
• Ability to follow instructions and work under the direction of a crew lead
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check and fingerprint screening because this position services schools and other facilities where background clearance is required.
• Must comply with all non-smoking campus and facility requirements

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind

What We Offer

Competitive compensation, with a full benefits package :

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Company-provided uniforms
• Paid training
• Career advancement opportunities

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who enjoys working outdoors, is dependable, takes pride in quality work, and is eager to learn. The ideal candidate works well as part of a team, follows instructions, maintains a positive attitude, and is interested in building a long-term career in commercial landscaping.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.