If you're searching for St. Louis lawn care and landscaping careers, you've come to the right place!

At Dowco, we treat every property like our own and every client like family. We believe that great landscaping starts with great people—and that strong relationships are just as important as beautiful results.

About Dowco:

We are a vibrant and growing St. Louis based Landscape Maintenance Company looking for the best talent available. Our nationally recognized company provides qualified individuals with a dynamic opportunity to contribute to a great team! Many positions are a stepping stone to management positions and a catalyst for future career growth.

Our company is small enough for you to have an immediate impact and large enough to offer opportunities for growth. St. Louis landscaping careers with Dowco offer the stability of more than 40 years of business and yet we maintain a culture that welcomes involvement, interaction and “thinking outside of the box.”

Do You See Yourself Here?

At DOWCO, we believe every teammate—from the field to the office to leadership—plays a vital role in creating beauty, building trust, and driving success. If you’re ready to bring your best and grow with us, you’ll fit right in.

Problem Solver at Heart – Whether you’re troubleshooting a mower, resolving a client concern, streamlining a process, or guiding a crew, you rise to challenges with solutions that keep momentum going.
Dependable & Professional – Teammates and clients can rely on you. You show up prepared, keep your word, and set the standard for consistency and excellence in your role.
Motivated by Growth & Achievement – You want to get better every day. That might mean learning new skills, taking on leadership opportunities, or helping your team hit big goals. You know growth comes from stepping forward.
Loyal & Team-Focused – You’re committed to the bigger picture. Whether you’re in your first season or managing a department, you take pride in long-term relationships and growing alongside a strong, supportive team.
Safety & Care First – You look out for yourself, your teammates, and your clients. Safety in the field, clarity in communication, and responsibility in leadership all show that you care.

Career Paths Available

There's always room to grow at Dowco. No matter what skill level or experience you have, we will train you and help you move up the career path!

Your pay will be determined and increased with your proven knowledge, skills and ability.

Our eagerness to grow is your potential for advancement. There are always new opportunities opening up here. Get on board now so you don't miss your chance to grow with us.

Dowco is an equal opportunity employer.

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Benefits That Help You Thrive

At DOWCO, we believe when you grow, we grow. Whether you’re in the field, in the office, or leading a team, we’ve built our benefits to support your success, your well-being, and your future.

Here’s what you can count on:

Competitive Pay – Earn top wages with increases based on your skills, experience, and impact.
Extra Rewards – Opportunities for overtime, performance bonuses, and recognition for a job well done.
Time to Recharge – Paid vacation and holidays so you can rest, reset, and enjoy life outside of work.
Investing in You – Training, certifications, and leadership development that build your career—whether you’re just starting out or ready to take the next step.
Future Security – A retirement plan that helps you prepare for tomorrow while you build today.
Great People & Culture – Join a team that values professionalism and camaraderie. You’ll build friendships, celebrate wins, and feel supported by those around you.
Tools for Success – From clean trucks and top-of-the-line equipment in the field to modern systems and processes in the office, you’ll have what you need to do your best work.
Room to Grow – A clear path to advance your skills, your career, and your leadership opportunities.

At DOWCO, you’ll work in a safe, professional, and encouraging environment where energy, momentum, and opportunity drive everything we do. Best of all, you’ll be surrounded by people who love what they do—and want to see you succeed.

What we're hiring for...

Our career growth path starts with employees who have little to no skill set all the way up to those with college degrees! Your starting wage will be dependent upon how well you interview and increase if you have any of the following skills:

Horticultural knowledge (ex: plant identification, pest identification, proper trimming and pruning techniques and the ability to train them, turf identification and the best cultural practices, a strong understanding of the function and application of fertilizers and pesticides, understanding of design/build practices and processes, basic understanding of irrigation systems and applications, etc)
Basic computer and iPhone knowledge. Responsive to email and proactive with phone calls.
Equipment Operation Knowledge (ex: chain saws, skid steers, wheel loaders, plowing and salting, commercial mowers and lawn care machinery, etc)
Licenses, formal training, or certifications (ex: Licensed pesticide applicator, CDL, college degrees, etc)

Once you’re hired

You’ll receive weekly skill development training with the entire team. We also have morning stretch meetings to keep everyone on the same page and recognize the people who have gone above and beyond.

At Dowco, everyone contributes to our success.

Join Our Team.

Dowco is always looking for outdoor living professionals!

Our Chesterfield, MO landscape maintenance company has openings available for you to advance your career by learning new green-industry skills as well as how to lead a team and manage your crew.

None or Very Little Experience? Start Here:

Maintenance Crew Member

Our entry level position, this career requires no prior experience lawn care or landscaping. You're responsible for owning your job site.

Maintenance Crew Leader

After you learn the ropes of Dowco, it's your turn to drive a truck and lead a team. You're responsible for owning the whole day's work.

Some Experience? Try These:

Lawn Care Technician

Our lawn care technicians are the backbone of our fertilization and weed control program. Usually working solo, they are responsible for keeping our client's lawns green and weed free by providing lawn applications and making recommendations along the way.

Licensed Lawn Care Applicator

Once you've learned the ropes of Dowco's lawn care division, it's time to play a bigger role by getting your license through the state of Missouri. You're now also responsible for training others and ensuring proper product purchases and mix rates.

Landscape Design & Construction Crew Leader

If you like to see the instant gratification of your work, our landscaping division is for you. You're responsible for installing plant material and hardscapes according to the direction and scope of our horticulturist's designs.

Irrigation Technician

Dowco's growing irrigation division is in charge of helping our clients with responsible water management through their automated, underground sprinkler systems. As a technician you provide startups, winterizations, repairs, and inspections.

Irrigation Manager

Irrigation systems are complex and we understand the skills and knowledge it takes to expertly install and repair them. With a Journeyman license and/or St. Louis Backflow Certification, you're responsible for managing the irrigation employees, parts inventory, sales process, and repairs.

Field Supervisor

Proudly wearing white shirts, our elite few field supervisors have proven their leadership abilities through Dowco Academy and their tenure with the company. You are responsible for owning the week at Dowco by preparing crew schedule, truck and equipment assignments, and monitoring the quality in the field.

Expert in Your Field? These Are For You:

Account Manager

The client liaison, Dowco's account managers are on the front lines of sales and communication with our number one fans. You are responsible for generating and closing enhancement sales, ensuring 100% retention of VIP customers, and meeting or exceeding required profitability of jobs sold.

Horticulturist

Our horticulturists excel in designing and installing planting schemes for enhancement projects as well as reviewing existing plantings for current clients during site visits to solve problems and bring client dreams to reality. You are responsible for supervising and assisting in all stages of the process from generating leads, selling and maintaining.

Production Manager

An integral player in making sure our client's are getting the services they desire, you are responsible for owning the seasons of Dowco by on-boarding, directing and training employees within your department(s).

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