This question helps you confirm whether the candidate has handled landscaping tasks similar to those required for your projects. Evaluate responses that demonstrate:

• Hands-on work like planting, mowing, trimming or weeding
• Larger projects such as grading, mulching or installing features
• Seasonal duties like snow removal or fall clean-up

Landscapers typically work outdoors year-round. This question checks for awareness of the physical demands and how the candidate manages burnout or fatigue. Evaluate responses that demonstrate:

• Strategies for hydration, clothing or breaks
• Signs they listen to their body and pace themselves
• Experience working full days in different weather conditions

This question helps assess whether the candidate takes responsibility for their surroundings and knows how to act when something looks unsafe. Evaluate responses that demonstrate:

• Quick decision-making to avoid injury or equipment or property damage
• Communication with a supervisor or team to resolve the issue
• Attention to rules like proper lifting or PPE

This question helps confirm the candidate listens carefully and checks for clarity when receiving directions. Evaluate responses that demonstrate:

• Asking questions in advance
• Using written or visual references, such as drawings, lists or photos, to confirm details
• Verifying instructions with the client to ensure expectations are aligned, including landscape placements and flower arrangements’ colors or shapes

Different landscaping jobs require different tools. This question shows what the candidate can handle safely and independently. Evaluate responses that demonstrate:

• Equipment like mowers, trimmers, blowers or hedge shears
• Larger tools such as tillers, sod cutters or skid steers
• Knowledge of safe handling or basic maintenance

Keeping workspaces clear shows professionalism and prevents accidents. This question reveals the candidate’s habits around cleanup and order. Evaluate responses that demonstrate:

• Daily routines for trash removal or tool storage
• Methods for staging materials or marking work zones
• End-of-day steps to leave the site presentable

Landscaping crews often move between locations or handle several jobs in one shift. This question helps you learn how the candidate manages priorities. Evaluate responses that demonstrate:

• Ability to follow a list or daily route
• Clear communication with a crew lead or scheduler
• Flexibility to adjust if timing changes

Teamwork matters when tasks are physically demanding or require coordination. This question helps confirm that the candidate works well with others and communicates clearly. Evaluate responses that demonstrate:

• Dividing up roles during a large job
• Helping a team member finish their section
• Supporting new staff or sharing tools

This question checks whether the candidate knows when to escalate a request and how to stay professional. Evaluate responses that demonstrate:

• Letting the crew leader or supervisor know first
• Being polite while explaining the current plan
• Taking notes or photos to share later

This question shows whether the candidate pays attention to details and finishes tasks with care. Evaluate responses that demonstrate:

• Walking the property to spot anything missed
• Checking edges, debris or plant health
• Looking at the job list to confirm everything was done