Careers · Christiansburg & the New River Valley
Build skills.
Take pride in the work.
Help care for local homes and small businesses with a team that values good work, clear communication, and doing the job safely.
Explore OpportunitiesLocally owned since 2017 · Quality • Simplicity • Service
The way we work
A good result starts with a good team.
The same standards that make life easier for our customers shape how we work together.
Quality
Learn the standard, protect the property, and check the finished work. If something is wrong, speak up so we can address it.
Service
Respect customers, teammates, and the spaces where we work. Follow through, communicate changes, and leave people informed.
Simplicity
Start with a clear plan. Know the scope, your responsibilities, and who to ask when conditions change.
Support that matters
More direction.
Room to develop.
Work should build your ability as well as produce a result.
A clear start to the day
Review the route, weather, safety concerns, and property details before heading out.
Practice before pressure
Safety talks, hands-on skill training, and role-specific checks help prepare you for independent work.
Feedback you can use
Understand what is going well, what needs work, and the next skills to develop.
Two ways to grow
Develop deeper technical skills or work toward team leadership. Managing people is not the only way to build a career.
Your career path
A next step you can see.
Our career framework connects increasing skills and responsibility with a clear progression.
- 01
Learn the foundations
Helper / Tech I
Safe work habits, property care basics, and consistent finishing standards. - 02
Build independence
Tech II
Complete assigned work with confidence and recognize when to ask for help. - 03
Deepen your craft
Senior Tech / Specialist
Develop advanced skills and help others improve their work. - 04
Lead a team
Crew Leader / Senior Leader
Plan the day, support the crew, and take responsibility for quality and communication. - 05
Grow with the operation
Field Supervisor
As the team grows, support multiple crews, training, and field standards.
Build expertise in the work itself, including landscape care and project skills suited to your role.
Develop planning, coaching, and communication skills that help a crew succeed.
This is a development framework, not a list of current vacancies. Advancement depends on demonstrated skills, safety, quality, consistency, and an available role. We discuss the next development step without promising a promotion date.
Know the work
Hands-on work.
Visible results.
Our work includes lawn and landscape maintenance, seasonal care, and selected property projects. Assignments depend on the role, training, season, and customer needs.
Expect outdoor work, changing weather, and physical tasks. We explain the essential duties and schedule for each opening so you can decide whether it fits.
- Show up prepared.Follow the plan, communicate early, and help the team keep its commitments.
- Put safety into practice.Use required PPE and follow training. Required protective equipment is provided; role-specific clothing expectations are explained before you start.
- Be willing to learn.Ask questions, take feedback, and build skill through practice.
- Understand the season.Workload changes with weather and service demand. Winter assignments depend on available work; winter hours are not guaranteed.
Current opening
Seasonal Landscape Maintenance Crew Member — Trimming
Now accepting applications · SeasonalJoin our field crew with a focus on trimming as part of lawn and landscape maintenance routes.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with availability between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Daily start and finish times and hours vary based on the route, weather, and workload.
Work is based in Christiansburg and the New River Valley. Follow the team’s safety instructions, protect customer properties, communicate clearly, and be ready to learn.
Apply online.
Complete our short application with your contact information, experience, and availability. A résumé is optional. Melissa and the office review applications.
Apply for This PositionThe office will review your application and explain the duties, pay, schedule, and next steps if there is a potential fit. Applying does not guarantee an interview or an offer. Do not include Social Security numbers, banking details, medical information, or identity documents in your application.
Careers FAQs
Before you reach out.
Do I need lawn or landscape experience?
It depends on the position. Entry-level work focuses on learning safe, consistent work habits; advanced and leadership roles require demonstrated skills. Each opening will state its experience requirements.
What training can I expect?
Training follows the responsibilities of your role. It includes safety topics, hands-on skill development, and checks before you take on tasks independently. Feedback helps identify the next skill to practice.
Do I have to become a manager to advance?
No. Our framework includes technical development as well as operations leadership. Growth depends on demonstrated ability and the needs of the team, with honest conversations about which opportunities are available.
Is work available year-round?
Property maintenance is seasonal. Workload and schedules vary with weather, customer demand, and the role. Snow and other winter assignments depend on available work, and winter hours are not guaranteed.
Do all roles require driving?
Driving requirements depend on the position. A role that involves operating company vehicles has different qualifications from one without driving responsibilities. Review the requirements in the specific opening.
Where is the work based?
East Coast Lawns is based in Christiansburg, serving homes and small businesses in the New River Valley. Some drainage and landscape lighting projects extend into the Roanoke Valley. Travel expectations are explained for each role.
Where can I see pay and benefits?
Contact the office for the current opening’s pay and any applicable benefits. These details are confirmed during the hiring process before you accept an offer. The career framework on this page does not promise a particular pay rate, benefit, or promotion.
Can I ask about future openings?
Yes. Email info@eastcoastlawns.com with the type of work that interests you. Do not send Social Security numbers, banking information, or identity documents with an inquiry.