Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader

Job Description

Job Description

This Landscape Maintenance Crew Lead role drives the strategic direction of the landcare division by providing a variety of top-tier landscaping services. Reporting to the operations management team, the primary objective is to manage a dedicated maintenance crew, oversee job tasks, and effectively train new team members. It is a hands-on opportunity designed for a highly professional individual who thrives working independently and within a collaborative team environment.

Based in the St. Louis Metro area, MO, this premier outdoor living and landscape contractor specializes in delivering high-quality landcare services. The organization is deeply committed to employee development, fostering a supportive and unified culture through regular training sessions, weekly huddles, and engaging company events. Joining this team means stepping into a stable, highly respected business that expects its staff to take pride in their work while actively championing their continued professional growth.

Compensation & Benefits

• $23 - $25 per hour (adjustments based on experience)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Simple IRA
• Paid training
• Company events and parties

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize daily routes to ensure sufficient resources are available and tasks are completed in a time-efficient manner.
• Perform comprehensive horticultural tasks, including planting installations, weed control, pruning, and pest treatments, to ensure optimal plant health and attractive landscapes.
• Manage and lead a crew of two or more employees, handling on-site personnel issues and training staff on proper protocols and policies.
• Operate a variety of power equipment safely, including trucks, trailers, mowers, blowers, and augers, while maintaining clean and secure work sites.
• Diagnose landscape and pest issues, making actionable recommendations or taking remedial action based on standard company policy.
• Communicate daily with the operations team to recommend account improvements, and actively support the team on internal platforms like Slack.

Requirements

• A high school diploma is required, though a two-year degree in Horticulture is preferred.
• Bring 3 to 5 years of experience in the landscaping field, supported by 1 to 3 years of hands-on crew leadership experience.
• Possess a valid driver’s license to safely operate company vehicles.
• Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills to efficiently make key decisions and delegate tasks.
• Exhibit a strong sense of pride in your work, a team-first mentality, and a willingness to represent the organization by wearing company gear.