Job Title: Lawn Care Specialist	Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Location: Chicago, Illinois	MVR/driving: (Y/N) – Yes
Travel Required (%): 100%	Reports To: ESEDC Project Lead
Approved By: Ahjurae Smith	Revised Date: 1/7/2026
Presidents Review: Malki C. Brown 1/7/2026	DOT physical: (Y/N) N

Position Summary

MGE Property Solutions is looking to hire Lawn Care Specialist to work throughout the entire green season (Spring, Summer, Fall) to support the Emerald South Economic Development Collaborative Landscaping and Fencing Services Project for 2026. This role is for a committed landscape professional that believes in our mission to clean up and beautify underserved communities on the Southside of Chicago.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintain sites through mowing, weeding, picking up trash & debris, trimming, edging & pruning
• Work with other team members to assess the site and perform quality services in a timely manner
• Keeping Trucks, Trailers, and equipment in clean working order

• Embody our core principles Safety first, integrity and constant quality
• Applicants must be available and committed to work the entire Green season (Spring, Summer and Fall) Monday – Thursday 6 – 10 hour shifts, with OT if available
• Applicants must be available and committed to work the entire landscape season. This work is subject to call outs.
• Safeguard assets from theft and misuse
• Comply with business ethics, applicable laws and regulation

• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information
• Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• This job requires a minimum of one year of experience in lawn care industry

• Must have experience with lawn maintenance equipment
• Must have transportation to job sites or assigned branch location
• Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and the requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to wear necessary PPE.
• Must be able to safely drive an approved company vehicle if applicable

• Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day.
• Must be able to traverse various terrains.
• Must be able to write, read and comprehend written and verbal job instructions/information.
• Must be able to communicate and handle confrontations professionally.
• Must be able to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, etc).

• Must be able to pass a background check
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information
• Valid class D driver’s license
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Experience in the lawncare industry required

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., snow, sleet, rain, heat, sun, cold.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Work demands physical energy, twisting, some lifting ability, and hand-to-eye coordination.
• Uses Machines, Tools, Equipment, and work aides used include, Ride on Mower, Blower, Weed Wacker, Herbicide, Fertilizer, and Hand Tools as required.
• Must have transportation to and from the show up location.

Safety Sensitivity

• Does this position impact the safety of themselves or others? (Y/N) – Yes

Safety Sensitive Definition: MGE defines a safety-sensitive position as a job function/position that encompasses responsibilities involving the operation of heavy machinery, the handling of hazardous materials, or the maintenance of critical infrastructure or systems. Additionally, these positions may require team members to make critical decisions that directly impact the safety and well-being of themselves, their colleagues, and the environment. They must adhere to strict safety protocols and regulations to prevent accidents, injuries, and damage. Safety-sensitive positions within MGE may include roles in landscaping, snow removal, red light camera maintenance, asphalt repair, and other tasks where employee actions significantly affect safety outcomes.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirement	Frequency	Physical Requirement	Frequency
Sitting	Occasionally	Standing or walking	Constantly
Lifting or carrying (Up to 10 lbs)	Frequently	Lifting or carrying (11-25 lbs)	Frequently
Lifting or carrying (26-50 lbs)	Occasionally	Lifting or carrying (51-100 lbs)	Never
Lifting or carrying (>100 lbs)	Never	Pushing or pulling	Occasionally
Reaching overhead	Occasionally	Reaching at or below shoulder level	Frequently
Typing	Seldom	Gross manipulation	Constantly
Fine manipulation	Occasionally	Foot or leg controls	Occasionally
Driving	Occasionally	Stooping	Occasionally
Crouching	Occasionally	Kneeling	Occasionally
Crawling	Occasionally	Climbing ramps or stairs	Occasionally
Speaking	Frequently	Hearing requirements	Frequently
Near visual acuity	Constantly	Far visual acuity	Frequently
Peripheral vision	Frequently

Duration estimates: Amount of the workday spent performing physical demands.

Duration	Amount of workday
Seldom	Up to 2 percent of the workday
Occasionally	2 percent up to 1/3 of the workday
Frequently	1/3 up to 2/3 of the workday
Constantly	2/3 or more of the workday
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Requirements Survey

Duration estimates: Amount of the workday spent performing physical demands.

Duration	Amount of workday
Seldom	Up to 2 percent of the workday
Occasionally	2 percent up to 1/3 of the workday
Frequently	1/3 up to 2/3 of the workday
Constantly	2/3 or more of the workday
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Requirements Survey

Medical Monitoring Requirements

• Does this position require medical monitoring? (Y/N) N