Team Member - Mowing

Drost (MI) - Petoskey · On-site

About this role

Work With The Best

We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide.  Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects.  Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network.  The opportunities are endless.

Job Overview 

The Mowing Team Member works alongside a Team Leader to maintain residential and commercial landscapes by mowing, edging, and string trimming. This role requires safe operation of lawn maintenance equipment, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, visually appealing results on every property. Team Members help ensure projects are completed efficiently while maintaining professionalism with clients and fellow crew members.

Responsibilities and Duties 

  • Operate a variety of mowers, string trimmers, edgers, and other landscape equipment safely and efficiently.

  • Mow lawns, edge along sidewalks and driveways, and perform string trimming around obstacles and landscape features.

  • Assist the Team Leader in maintaining crew workflow and completing daily site assignments on schedule.

  • Ensure work meets company quality standards before leaving each property.

  • Perform routine equipment maintenance, including fueling, cleaning, and basic adjustments.

  • Load, unload, and transport equipment and materials between job sites safely.

  • Maintain a clean, organized truck, trailer, and job site.

  • Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.

  • Communicate effectively with the Team Leader regarding task progress, challenges, or equipment needs.

  • Support a positive, team-oriented work environment.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements 

  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn new skills

  • Prior landscape or mowing experience, preferred but not required

  • Ability to safely operate and maintain lawn maintenance equipment.

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

  • Physical ability to perform outdoor work, including standing, bending, lifting, and walking on uneven terrain for extended periods.

  • Professional and respectful communication with clients, team members, and management.

  • Reliable attendance and ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions, including heat and humidity

  • Must possess and maintain a valid Michigan Driver’s License.  A CDL Class C, preferred.

The Perks 

  • 401(k) plan with company match  

  • Medical insurance  

  • Dental insurance  

  • Vision insurance  

  • FSA/HSA  

  • PerkSpot  

  • Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance  

  • Paid time Off  

  • Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service) 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Employers can only E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

A part of the U.S. Immigration laws protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin. If you have the skills, experience, and legal right to work, your citizenship or immigration status shouldn’t get in the way.

Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company at a glance

For more than 60 years, Mariani Landscape has been the trusted market leader in the residential landscape industry, and has earned a reputation for designing, constructing, maintaining, and enhancing extraordinary and innovative landscapes. Chairman Frank Mariani is fond of saying, “Let’s make our next project our best project.” Our over 800 devoted employees in the Chicago area share in this passion for excellence, delivering personalized, hand-made service to multiple generations of clients.

Known for our distinct Mariani mint green trucks, the company is recognized nationally for its award-winning design, best-of-class landscape practices, game-changing innovation, and continuing thought leadership. This includes professional organizations such as Acanthus, The Professional Landcare Network, the American Society of Landscape Architects, and the Illinois Landscape Contractors Association, National Landscape Contractors Association, and Luxe RED, among others.

Now Mariani Landscape is building the best residential landscape firm in the world by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Mariani Landscape is elevating the residential landscape industry as a whole by partnering with other premium, family-owned landscape companies to deliver even better client experiences, providing the best career opportunities for associates, and being the best stewards of the earth.

Founded1958
Team Size1,001-5,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryArchitecture and Planning
Location
Petoskey, Michigan, United States

Top Benefits

  • 401(k) Plan With Company Match
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • FSA/HSA
  • PerkSpot
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement

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