| Location | Rancho Cucamonga, CA |
Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour | Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | Weekends Off
Enjoy working outdoors and have landscaping experience? Put your skills to work in a job where you can make a difference!
VIP, Inc. is hiring a Landscaping Job Coach to perform landscaping work while training and supporting a small group of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). You'll work side-by-side with your group, demonstrating proper techniques, providing hands-on assistance when needed, and helping individuals build valuable job skills, confidence, and independence.
No previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is required. We're looking for someone with landscaping experience, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude who enjoys helping others succeed.
What You'll Do
Perform everyday landscaping tasks, including mowing, edging, trimming, planting, watering, weeding, and general grounds maintenance.
Work alongside a small group of typically three individuals, demonstrating tasks and providing hands-on training and support.
Help individuals develop landscaping skills, independence, and confidence on the job.
Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to our business partners' expectations.
Provide guidance and assistance as needed while encouraging individuals to complete tasks as independently as possible.
Monitor and document individual progress and communicate updates to supervisors and case managers.
Maintain positive, professional relationships with business partners and job-site contacts.
Help create a respectful, supportive, and productive work environment.
What We're Looking For
Previous landscaping experience or solid knowledge of landscaping techniques.
High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and vehicle registration.
Ability to perform physical work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to demonstrate tasks, provide hands-on instruction, and work effectively with a small group.
Dependable, patient, and motivated to help others succeed.
Experience working with individuals with disabilities is a plus, but not required.
Why Work at VIP?
$20.00 per hour starting pay
Consistent Monday–Friday schedule, with evenings and weekends free
Full-time employment
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
401(k) savings plan
Paid time off and holidays
Employee discounts on theme parks, retail, entertainment, and more
Opportunities for growth in a supportive, people-first culture
A rewarding opportunity to use your skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others
About VIP, Inc.
At VIP, Inc., people are at the heart of our mission. With more than 260 team members, we support over 700 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities each year, helping them develop workplace skills, build independence, and succeed in their communities.
Join a team where your landscaping skills can make a difference every day!
Other relevant job titles: Landscaper, Groundskeeper, Landscape Maintenance Worker, Landscaping Crew Leader, Gardener, Maintenance Worker, Job Coach, and Direct Support Professional.
Equal Opportunity Employer
VIP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. All employment decisions—including hiring, promotion, discipline, or termination—are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and job requirements. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
Job Type: Full-time