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New Hire Onboarding & Documentation for Landscaping

The New Hire Onboarding & Documentation workflow supports landscaping contractors by ensuring new hires are integrated effectively. It covers completing HR paperwork, reviewing safety and equipment policies, introducing company expectations, and assigning initial training. By following this process, landscaping companies reduce turnover, protect profitability, and strengthen professionalism. Clients benefit from confidence that crews are trained and aligned with standards. Teams gain accountability through structured documentation. With this workflow in place, landscaping contractors can improve efficiency, strengthen credibility, and deliver projects more reliably while supporting long-term workforce success.

Send welcome message with start date, time, and location details

Prepare workspace, gear, or tools for the new hireโ€™s first day

Collect required employment forms (W-4, I-9, direct deposit, etc.)

Gather copies of licenses, certifications, or ID as needed

Review employee handbook and company policies

Provide safety orientation and training documentation

Assign PPE, uniforms, badges, or access credentials

Introduce new hire to team members and key contacts

Review job expectations, reporting structure, and daily routines

Walk through time tracking, payroll, and communication systems

Schedule any trade-specific or role-specific training

Set up employee in HR, payroll, and project management systems

Check in after first few days to answer questions and offer support

Track onboarding completion and file all documentation securely

Send welcome message with start date, time, and location details

Prepare workspace, gear, or tools for the new hireโ€™s first day

Collect required employment forms (W-4, I-9, direct deposit, etc.)

Gather copies of licenses, certifications, or ID as needed

Review employee handbook and company policies

Provide safety orientation and training documentation

Assign PPE, uniforms, badges, or access credentials

Introduce new hire to team members and key contacts

Review job expectations, reporting structure, and daily routines

Walk through time tracking, payroll, and communication systems

Schedule any trade-specific or role-specific training

Set up employee in HR, payroll, and project management systems

Check in after first few days to answer questions and offer support

Track onboarding completion and file all documentation securely