Lawn Care Worker (Seasonal Grounds Maintenance)
Lawn care roles keep outdoor areas safe, clean, and presentable across resorts, commercial properties, and residential routes. This page is designed for international candidates considering the U.S. seasonal pathway where available. CV is required for review.
Important: exact terms (location, start date, schedule, accommodation, and compensation) depend on the hiring employer and the season. This landing page provides a realistic role overview and pay benchmarks (gross/brutto).
Typical gross pay (USA benchmark)
Below is a realistic U.S. pay benchmark for the closest official occupation group used for lawn care work (gross/brutto, before taxes). Employer job orders may be higher depending on state, contract, overtime, and prevailing wage requirements.
| Benchmark | Hourly gross (USD) | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| 25th–75th percentile (typical range) | $16.95 – $22.05 | Many workers earn within this band depending on location, pace, and duties. |
| Median (50th percentile) | $18.31 | Midpoint benchmark for comparable lawn/grounds work. |
| 10th–90th percentile (wider range) | $14.42 – $25.91 | Entry-level to higher-paying markets/crews. |
What the work feels like
A typical day starts with a route briefing: safety, fuel checks, and the order of stops. You rotate between mowing, trimming, edging, and cleanup so the crew keeps moving. The best performers are steady—fast enough to hit the schedule, careful enough to avoid property damage.
Core duties (examples)
- Mow lawns and manage edges for a clean finish (lines, corners, obstacles).
- Trim around fences, trees, signs, and curbs using a string trimmer.
- Blow off walkways/driveways; remove clippings and debris to spec.
- Seasonal tasks: leaf cleanup, mulching, light planting, bed maintenance.
- Basic equipment care: blade awareness, cleaning, safe storage, reporting issues.
Tools you should recognize
- Walk-behind or ride-on mowers; zero-turn basics are a plus.
- String trimmer, edger, blower; safe refueling routines.
- Hand tools: rake, shovel, pruners; debris bags and tarps.
- PPE mindset: eye/ear protection, gloves, boots, hydration.
Requirements (detailed, practical)
- CV in English (required for review). Include dates, duties, tools used, and location/country.
- Outdoor stamina: standing, walking, bending; repeated lifting (often 15–25 kg depending on tools/materials).
- Equipment discipline: you follow start-up checks, safe distances, and shutdown procedures every time.
- Quality awareness: clean edges, no missed strips, tidy walkways, minimal damage risk.
- Schedule reliability: early starts, variable weather, peak-season pace; strong attendance is a key KPI.
- Basic English for safety: understand instructions, warnings, site rules, and short radio/team messages.
- Team behavior: you rotate tasks, help load/unload, and keep the route moving without conflict.
Working conditions in the USA (seasonal pathway overview)
Seasonal lawn care jobs in the U.S. commonly run on a route schedule. Expect early starts, outdoor work in heat/humidity, and performance measured by quality and time per site. Many employers operate six days during peak season, then scale down as demand changes. Housing and transportation terms vary by employer and project location.
- Schedule: often 35–48 hours/week; peaks can be higher in busy months (employer-specific).
- Weather exposure: heat, rain delays, and strict hydration/sun protection routines.
- Team logistics: morning loading, route driving, unloading, equipment storage at end of day.
- Safety emphasis: PPE, safe fueling, distance rules, and property protection are non-negotiable.
H-2B work-hours protection (key point)
For certified H-2B job orders, employers generally must offer a minimum share of the promised work time (“three-fourths guarantee”) across the contract period. Exact calculation depends on the job order length and rules.
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