Lawn Laborer​/Lawn Foreman

Compensation $20.00 - $23.00/hour

Job Description

🌱 Grow Your Career from the Ground Up – Join D&E Landscaping and Grading as a Lawn Laborer or Lawn Foreman!

Position Title: Lawn Laborer / Lawn Foreman
Company Name: D&E Landscaping and Grading, Inc.
Pay Range: $20–$23 per hour + Year-End Bonus
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Richmond, MI
Industry: Landscaping / Lawn Care

D&E Landscaping and Grading, Inc. is hiring dedicated Lawn Laborers and experienced Lawn Foremen to support our growing residential, commercial, and government lawn maintenance projects. From mowing and edging to seasonal cleanups and site-specific care, you’ll work with a high-performing crew to deliver top-tier lawn services with a focus on safety, teamwork, and job site efficiency. With workweeks ranging from 50–60 hours, this role is ideal for individuals ready to grow their skills, stay active outdoors, and take pride in high-quality landscaping.

With more than 27 years of trusted service across Michigan’s tri‑county region, D&E Landscaping and Grading, Inc. is a full‑service landscaping company specializing in grading, lawn care, and hardscaping. Family‑owned and team‑focused, we take pride in providing a safe, growth‑minded environment where every employee is a valued contributor. Whether you’re new to landscaping or looking to lead a crew, we offer the tools, training, and opportunity to help you thrive.

Execute daily lawn care tasks including mowing, trimming, edging, aeration, seeding, and blowing.

Operate small landscaping equipment such as zero‑turn mowers, weed trimmers, and backpack blowers.

Ensure all work is completed to company quality standards and within assigned time frames.

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site and company vehicle.

Follow instructions from crew leaders or foremen and collaborate with team members.

• Lead and direct a crew of 2–4 laborers on job sites.
• Coordinate daily work assignments and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Maintain professional communication with customers and team members.
• Track and submit timecards, receipts, and daily logs accurately.

Prior experience in lawn care or landscaping preferred (minimum 1–2 years for laborers; 3–5 years for foremen).

Experience operating commercial lawn care equipment required.

Chauffeur License and valid Medical Card required for Lawn Foreman role.

Strong work ethic and reliability—must consistently show up early and ready to work.

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs.

Team player with attention to detail and a commitment to safety.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Medical Insurance

401(k) with 3% Company Match

Paid Time Off – Holidays, Vacation, Sick (6–8 days/season)

Weekly Pay Cycle

Uniforms Provided

Year-End Bonus Eligibility

Paid Training and Certifications

Safety Equipment Provided

Travel Allowance for Job-Related Use of Personal Vehicle (when approved)

Full-Time:
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Saturdays: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM (as needed)

Hours:

50–60 hours per week

Lunch: 45-minute break (30 minutes automatically deducted)

Must arrive at least 5 minutes before scheduled start time

Meet daily at company office in Richmond, MI

Travel to job sites with company work truck and crew

Mileage reimbursement for approved job-related personal vehicle use

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws. All drivers are required to wear D&E high‑visibility gear and appropriate safety footwear during shifts.