GROUNDS MAINTENANCE LABORER (DA)
Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc.Maryland, United States
Posted February 24, 2026
39860 - 39860 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating employment and empowerment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Through comprehensive horticultural training programs, the center equips participants with the skills needed to thrive in the horticulture and landscaping industries. Serving more than 2,400 people across the greater Washington, D.C. region, Melwood combines hands‑on work with inclusive workplace practices to foster independence and community integration. Its distinctive blend of specialized horticultural instruction, adaptive employment models, and a strong local partnership network positions Melwood as a leader in disability employment and horticultural education.
Job Description
Grounds Maintenance Laborer maintains grounds of industrial, commercial, or public property, responsible for mowing, trimming, planting, and repairing structures and equipment. Works independently and is required to provide own transportation to work site.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience in Landscape maintenance work
- Experience in mowing with a push mower and weeding
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to provide own transportation to work site
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Employer-paid contribution to health care coverage
- Eligibility for overtime pay