SWFL Outdoor Services LLC
Landscape Maintenance Apprentice
Fort Myers, FL
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Full time
A landscape maintenance apprentice is an entry-level team member who learns the trade while working alongside an experienced crew. They help with basic tasks like mowing, trimming, blowing, weeding, cleanup, plant care, and simple irrigation checks, while building skills in safety, equipment handling, quality standards, and jobsite routines. The goal of the role is to develop someone from reliable helper to productive maintenance tech over time through hands-on training, mentorship, and regular feedback.
About SWFL Outdoor Services LLC
Description
Landscape Maintenance Apprentice
SWFL Landscape & Irrigation is hiring a Landscape Maintenance Apprentice to join our team in Southwest Florida. This is an entry-level position for someone who wants to build a career in the landscape industry while learning hands-on from an experienced Crew Lead.
In this role, you will help maintain HOA, commercial, and industrial properties to company standards for quality, safety, and appearance. We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic, dependable attendance, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.
Pay: $16 to $21 per hour, based on experience
Benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO)
What You’ll Do
- Assist with mowing, edging, trimming, and blowing
- Help with weeding, mulching, pruning, and general property cleanup
- Support the crew with loading, unloading, and caring for tools and equipment
- Follow direction from the Crew Lead and work as part of a team
- Learn proper landscape maintenance techniques, safety practices, and equipment handling
- Help maintain clean, professional-looking properties for our clients
- Report property issues, equipment problems, or safety concerns to the Crew Lead
What We’re Looking For
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to work outdoors in Florida heat and weather conditions
- Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, bending, walking, and using landscape tools
- Positive attitude and ability to take direction well
- Landscape experience is a plus, but not required
What This Role Offers
- Hands-on training in landscape maintenance
- Opportunity to learn from experienced team leaders
- Clear path for growth into a landscape maintenance technician role
- Steady work on HOA, commercial, and industrial properties
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Salary
$16 - $21 per hour