DiMarco Landscape & Gardening is a small, owner-operated gardening company serving residential clients across parts of Northern Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland. We specialize in garden maintenance and plant care, with a focus on quality, professionalism, and real horticultural knowledge.

 

The Position

 

We’re hiring a Part-Time Garden Maintenance Apprentice. This is a hands-on, apprenticeship-style role for someone early in their career who wants to learn gardening properly and build real plant knowledge. You’ll work directly with the owner on small residential gardens and gradually take on more responsibility as your skills develop.

 

What the Work Looks Like

 

You’ll help with the day-to-day work that keeps gardens healthy and beautiful:

• Weeding, trimming, edging, and bed cleanup

• Raking, collecting, and bagging yard waste

• Planting and mulching

• Soil work and hauling heavy bags of mulch/soil through garden areas

• Learning plant identification and care

• Assisting with small to medium installations

• Loading/unloading and keeping the work van organized

• Professional interaction with clients

 

Schedule & Seasonal Rhythm

 

This is a part-time, year-round position with seasonal variation in hours. Work is typically 3–4 days per week, approximately 20–25 hours per week over the season.

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Workdays vary based on weather and workload, so consistent weekday availability is required. We prioritize applicants interested in continuing with the company beyond the fall season.

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Winter work continues as weather allows, although snow and ice may occasionally cause extended pauses in the schedule.

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One-way travel time is paid and gas reimbursement is provided.

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Pay & Growth

 

Starting pay is $22/hour during the training phase, with structured opportunities for growth as skills, reliability, and independence develop.

 

Requirements

 

• Valid driver’s license

• Reliable personal vehicle (required)

• Ability and willingness to drive independently to job sites across Northern Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland

• Comfortable with physical work and outdoor conditions

• Professional, safety-minded attitude

• Work boots + appropriate attire required; some PPE provided

 

How to Apply

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To apply, please complete our contact form and select "Employment Inquiry."

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In your message, please include:

• A brief introduction about yourself and why you are interested

• Your current work or school situation

• Your general weekday availability

• The city where you currently live

• Confirmation that you have a valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle

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