Landscape Crew Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

About Us
The Cutting Edge Landscaping is a growing landscaping company serving residential and commercial clients throughout the Sparta, NJ area. We specialize in lawn maintenance, landscape installation, planting, and outdoor property improvements. As our company continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Landscape Crew Lead to help oversee projects and support our field operations.

Immediate openings are available.

Position Overview
We are looking for a highly skilled landscaping professional with strong leadership abilities and hands-on experience in landscape installation, planting, and crew management. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in quality workmanship, can lead by example, and is looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing company.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead and work alongside landscaping crews on daily projects
• Oversee landscape installation and planting projects
• Coordinate job site activities and maintain productivity
• Train and mentor crew members
• Ensure projects are completed safely and to company standards
• Operate landscaping equipment and tools
• Communicate effectively with management regarding project progress
• Maintain clean, organized, and professional job sites

Schedule

• Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
• Additional hours may be available during peak seasons

Pay & Benefits

• $25-$35+/hour based on experience and qualifications
• Higher compensation available for exceptional candidates
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Company-provided uniforms
• Life insurance
• Opportunity for advancement and long-term career growth

Requirements

• 5+ years of landscaping experience preferred
• Previous crew leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of landscape installation, planting, and maintenance
• Ability to read and execute landscape plans preferred
• Experience operating landscaping equipment
• Valid driver's license required
• Ability to perform physical outdoor work in varying weather conditions
• Reliable, professional, and committed to quality work

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is someone who can step onto a job site, lead a crew, solve problems, train others, and consistently deliver high-quality landscaping work. We are willing to pay more for the right individual with proven experience and leadership skills.

Additional Information
The Cutting Edge Landscaping is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law.