Landscaping Excavation Crew Member

Landscaping Excavation Crew Member

Smith Lawn Scapes is a family-oriented landscape construction and maintenance company serving the Greater Lansing area for over 20 years. We’re a true one-stop shop, handling landscaping, hardscaping, excavating, lawn applications, lawn installs, irrigation, and full snow management services in-house. We take pride in doing things the right way, building a healthy team culture, and delivering work we’re proud to put our name on.

Location: Greater Lansing Area, MI (On-Site)

We’re looking for a dependable Landscaping Excavation Crew Member to support our construction and maintenance teams by safely operating equipment, assisting with installs, and keeping job sites running smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on outdoor work, takes pride in equipment care, and wants to grow within a stable company.

• Ability to operate hand tools and equipment.
• Work directly in communication with the Project Manager
• Maintain good relationships with employees and customers
• Keep jobs running smoothly and on time
• Clean, lubricate and maintain equipment
• Assist in general labor duties as needed
• Complete daily paperwork
• Ensure customer satisfaction

• Excavation, drainage, grading, turf and some Landscaping knowledge
• Basic measurement and calculation skills
• Ability to follow safe working procedures
• Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork orientation
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Operate equipment such as mini excavator, skid steer, dump truck, utility tractor
• Hydro seeding, fine grading and finishing, sloping and banking, backfill, ditching, rough grade, sub grade
• The ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Must have a valid driver’s license (Class A, B or Chauffeurs)

• Full-time, W-2 Employment
• Pay: $18.00 to $25.00/hr (depending on qualifications)
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays Retirement Plan
• Profit Sharing
• Advancement opportunities into Lead or Specialized Operator roles

Smith Lawn Scapes is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees as required by law.