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Landscaping Jobs in Elmhurst, Queens
Landscaping In NYC is hiring landscaping professionals in Elmhurst. 6 open positions with pay ranging from $18/hr to $85K/year. Apply today.
Why Work in Elmhurst?
Queens provides a mix of suburban-style yards and urban landscaping. Larger lots mean more lawn care, full garden installations, and room for creative hardscape projects. The diverse communities and property types keep the work interesting and challenging.
As a member of our Elmhurst crew, you will gain experience across a range of landscaping disciplines — from seasonal plantings and lawn maintenance to hardscape installations and irrigation systems. Elmhurst properties offer the kind of varied, hands-on work that helps you build real skills and advance your career quickly.
6
Open Positions
$18-42
Hourly Pay Range
Benefits
Health, PTO, Training
Year-Round
Stable Employment
Open Positions in Elmhurst
All positions include competitive pay, benefits for full-time roles, paid training, and advancement opportunities. Work in and around Elmhurst, Queens.
Landscaper / Landscape Technician
Perform hands-on landscaping work including planting, mulching, edging, mowing, and garden bed maintenance. Work outdoors with a dedicated crew serving residential and commercial clients.
Qualifications
- 1+ year of landscaping or grounds maintenance experience
- Ability to operate mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools
- Comfortable working outdoors in all seasons
- Reliable transportation to job sites
- Valid driver's license preferred
Responsibilities
- Install plants, shrubs, trees, and ground cover per design plans
- Maintain lawns, garden beds, and hardscape areas
- Operate and maintain landscaping equipment safely
- Load and unload materials and equipment
- Follow crew leader instructions and schedules
Landscape Designer
Create custom landscape designs for residential and commercial properties. Work with clients from concept through installation, producing detailed plans, plant palettes, and 3D renderings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture or related field
- 3+ years of landscape design experience
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Suite
- Strong knowledge of Northeast-adapted plants
- Excellent client communication skills
Responsibilities
- Conduct on-site consultations and property assessments
- Develop concept plans, planting plans, and construction documents
- Create 3D renderings and presentation packages
- Select plants and materials appropriate for the area
- Coordinate with installation crews during build-out
Irrigation Technician
Design, install, repair, and maintain irrigation systems for residential and commercial landscapes. Work with drip systems, spray zones, smart controllers, and backflow prevention devices.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of irrigation installation and repair experience
- Knowledge of drip, spray, and rotor systems
- Familiarity with smart controllers (Rachio, Hunter, Rain Bird)
- Backflow preventer certification preferred
- Valid driver's license
Responsibilities
- Install new irrigation systems per design specifications
- Diagnose and repair leaks, breaks, and controller issues
- Perform seasonal winterization and spring startup
- Program smart controllers for optimal water usage
- Maintain service records for all client systems
Tree Care Specialist
Provide professional tree and shrub care including pruning, feeding, pest management, and health assessments. Work with certified arborists to maintain the health of urban trees.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of tree care or arboriculture experience
- ISA Certified Arborist credential preferred
- Experience with pruning, cabling, and bracing
- Comfortable working at heights with climbing gear
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Responsibilities
- Perform structural and aesthetic pruning
- Apply deep root fertilization treatments
- Diagnose and treat pest infestations and diseases
- Conduct tree health assessments with written reports
- Operate bucket trucks, chippers, and chainsaws safely
Snow Removal Crew
Join our winter snow removal team serving residential and commercial properties. Work on-call during snow events to clear sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and building entrances.
Qualifications
- Ability to perform heavy physical labor in cold weather
- Reliable transportation and on-call availability
- Experience with snow plows or snow blowers preferred
- Available within 2 hours of a snow event call
- Prior snow removal or landscaping experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Shovel and clear snow from sidewalks, steps, and entrances
- Apply salt and ice melt products per specifications
- Operate snow plows and snow blowers
- Respond to dispatch calls within required timeframe
- Document completed work and report any issues
Crew Leader / Foreman
Lead a landscaping crew of 3-6 members on installation and maintenance projects. Manage daily operations, ensure quality standards, and mentor junior crew members.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional landscaping experience
- 2+ years in a supervisory or crew lead role
- Strong knowledge of plants, materials, and techniques
- Ability to read landscape design plans
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead daily crew operations on job sites
- Ensure all work meets quality standards
- Manage schedules, timesheets, and progress reports
- Train and mentor junior landscapers
- Enforce safety protocols on every project
What Landscaping Work Looks Like in Elmhurst
Our Elmhurst crews handle a full range of landscaping services throughout the neighborhood. A typical week might include garden bed maintenance at a residential property, a hardscape installation for a new patio, irrigation system repairs, and seasonal planting rotations. No two days are the same, and the variety is what keeps our team members engaged and growing.
Queens properties have their own character and challenges. Whether you are working with limited urban spaces or larger suburban lots, you will develop skills that make you a more versatile and valuable landscaper. Our crew leaders mentor newer team members on the job, so you are always learning.
We serve both residential and commercial clients in Elmhurst, which means you will gain experience with homeowner consultations, property management coordination, and commercial grounds maintenance. This breadth of experience accelerates your career growth and opens doors to leadership roles.
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