Turn job details into a clear work order for your crew. Add tasks, schedule the work and download a PDF—no signup required.
Updated September 11, 2026 · For service, maintenance and repair jobs
Build your work order
Start with the sample tasks below and customize them for your job.
Work order preview
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WORK ORDER
Your business name
WO-1001Scheduled
CUSTOMER & SITE
Customer name
Service address
SCHEDULE & CREW
Service: 2026-09-11
Arrival: Not specified
Priority: Standard
Assigned: Unassigned
SCOPE OF WORK
Mow and edge the lawn, clear clippings from hard surfaces, and check the finished work before leaving.
TASK CHECKLIST
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Mow and edge lawn
1 visit · 2 person-hours
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Blow off paths and complete final walkthrough
1 visit · 0.5 person-hours
Planned labor 2.5 person-hours
MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT
Mower, string trimmer, edger, blower, PPE.
ACCESS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Confirm access and keep gates closed. Check the work area before starting.
FIELD COMPLETION RECORD
Completed by: __________________ Date: __________
Customer acknowledgement: ____________________
Complete after the work is checked.
Download before leaving: entries are not saved after reloading this page. This free tool does not schedule jobs or notify your crew.
How to create a work order
Identify the customer and location. Add the service address and contact details so the crew knows where to go and who to call.
Set the schedule and ownership. Enter the service date, arrival window, priority and assigned crew. Use a unique work order number.
Define the work. Replace the sample with specific tasks, quantities, units, planned person-hours and equipment. Add access instructions and exclusions to the scope.
Review, download and share. Send the PDF to your crew. Mark tasks and add completion notes as work progresses, then download an updated copy.
What makes a useful service work order?
A precise scope
“Spread 3 cubic yards of mulch in the front beds” is easier to act on than “yard work.” Include the area, quantity and expected finish.
A field-ready plan
Record the crew, arrival window, equipment and site access. Keep safety instructions relevant to the actual property and task.
A completion record
Check completed tasks and document any changes or return visits. Use the printed completion area after reviewing the finished work.
Work order vs. estimate vs. invoice
Document
Purpose
Use it when
Estimate
Propose the scope and price
The customer is deciding whether to approve a job
Work order
Give the crew a plan for the work
You are preparing, assigning or recording a job
Invoice
Request payment
It is time to bill for the work
Keep the approved estimate or job reference on your work order. This template focuses on dispatch and task instructions; use the free estimate generator for pricing and the free invoice generator for billing.
Example: a lawn maintenance work order
For a routine visit, list mowing and edging as one task and cleanup as another. Assign each task, specify one visit as the quantity, and record the combined labor effort. Add gate access, equipment and the customer’s requested finish to the instructions. Replace every sample detail before sharing the document.
Frequently asked questions
Is this work order template free?
Yes. Fill out the form, preview the document and download or print it without creating an account.
Can I use it for maintenance, repairs or landscaping?
Yes. Change the scope, task descriptions, quantity units and materials for your service. Include asset identifiers or equipment details in the scope when they are relevant.
Does the PDF handle long work orders?
Yes. Add up to 100 tasks, and the PDF continues onto additional pages. For text outside the download’s supported character set, choose Print / Save PDF to preserve it through your browser.
Does checking a task change the whole job’s status?
No. Task checkboxes record individual completion. You control the overall job status separately so a job can remain open for a final inspection or follow-up.
Are planned person-hours the same as time on site?
No. Person-hours measure total labor effort. Two workers spending three hours on a job account for six person-hours, even though the visit lasts three hours. Use the arrival window and due date for the schedule.
Will this save or send my work order?
No. Download a copy before closing or reloading the page, then share it using your own email or messaging. The free tool has no saved job history or automatic dispatch.
