Crew Leader (Year-Round)

Job Description

Job Description

Dohner Ltd.

Crew Leader (Year-Round)

Location: Hudson, OH

Dohner Ltd. is a full-service landscaping, construction, and snow & ice management company serving Northeast Ohio. What started in a small backyard shed has grown into a respected regional brand known for craftsmanship, dependability, and exceptional service. We design, build, and maintain beautiful outdoor spaces, from weekly maintenance to full hardscape projects, irrigation, lighting, and high-end outdoor living.

Our company values shape every hire and every job:

• Family First : We support each other, show up for our team, and treat employees and clients like family.
• Quality & Excellence : We take pride in world-class workmanship that stands the test of time.
• Creativity & Innovation : We approach each project with fresh ideas and a passion for unique, functional design.

If you bring integrity, reliability, strong leadership, and a passion for the outdoors, we want to talk to you.

The Crew Leader is responsible for leading and managing a landscape crew through year-round operations, including maintenance, construction, and snow removal. This is a field-based leadership role where you will guide your team, manage on-site performance, ensure high-quality results, and represent the Dohner brand with professionalism. In the winter, the Crew Leader also serves as a Snow Plow Driver, operating trucks and equipment during snow events. This is a full-time, year-round position, not seasonal.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a crew in daily landscape maintenance, hardscape tasks, plantings, cleanups, and enhancement work.
• Review job scopes with the team and ensure all work meets Dohner's quality standards.
• Operate a variety of industry equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers, skid steers, etc.).
• Train, mentor, and motivate crew members to improve performance and grow within the company.
• Ensure safe work practices and proper equipment handling at all times.
• Maintain clean, organized job sites and company vehicles.
• Communicate job progress, material needs, and issues to supervisors daily.
• Interact professionally with clients on-site as needed.
• Communicate clearly with management regarding schedules, challenges, and job needs.
• Uphold Dohner's brand with a positive, professional attitude.
• Serve as a Snow Plow Driver during snow events (November-April).
• Operate plow trucks safely and efficiently, following assigned routes.
• Respond promptly to snow calls, often during nights, early mornings, or weekends.
• Assist with salting, shoveling, and equipment operation as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and team performance.
• Support a culture that encourages advancement--many leaders start in this role.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of Crew Leader or senior crew member experience in landscaping or a related field.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a crew.
• Reliable transportation to job sites and equipment locations.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to operate landscape equipment and snow plow trucks.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Professionalism, integrity, and strong communication skills.
• Dependability, showing up on time and ready to lead the day.
• Experience operating skid steers, loaders, or similar equipment.
• Hardscape experience (pavers, retaining walls, grading, etc.).
• Irrigation or lighting experience.
• Desire to grow into Operations, Estimating, or Management roles.

Compensation & Benefits

• W-2 Employment
• Summer Pay (Landscaping): $20-$25/hour
• Winter Pay (Snow Plowing): $25-$40/hour (DOE) and equipment 
• Expected annual earnings: $60,000-$70,000+ with bonuses
• Year-round employment (not seasonal)
• Employee health benefits
• Paid vacation
• Opportunities for advancement
• Company-sponsored training and certifications
• Reliable, year-round work with a growing company

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Year-round stability: Full-time, consistent work in both landscape and snow seasons.
• Career growth: Dohner is committed to promoting from within--crew leaders often advance into management, estimating, or operations.
• Supportive team culture: Family-first environment where people show up for each other.
• Quality-focused: Work for a company that values doing things the right way--not cutting corners.
• Pride in your work: Be part of a team that delivers beautiful outdoor spaces and exceptional service.

Dohner Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.