Landscape / Maintenance Crew Leader

Join a family-owned landscaping company that values teamwork, professional growth, and exceptional service. As a Landscape / Maintenance Crew Leader, you will play a key role in leading a dedicated crew to deliver high-quality landscaping and grounds maintenance services. This position offers the opportunity to develop leadership skills, contribute to the company's reputation for excellence, and work in a supportive environment where your contributions are recognized. If you are passionate about landscaping and enjoy working outdoors while guiding a team, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the daily activities of a landscaping and maintenance crew, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to high standards.
• Perform a variety of grounds maintenance tasks, including mowing, pruning, edging, raking leaves, watering, and planting.
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools.
• Conduct job site inspections and complete checklists to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Accurately complete administrative duties, including crew timecards, equipment inventory, and material reports.
• Drive crew members to and from work sites as needed.
• Promote and enforce safety protocols, ensuring all crew members use personal protective equipment (PPE) and attend safety meetings.
• Identify and report issues related to irrigation, safety, or equipment to the Maintenance Manager.
• Respond to customer requests within contract allowances, providing courteous and timely service.
• Participate in winter services such as snow clearing, plowing, shoveling, and salting as needed.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Demonstrate proper horticultural practices, including planting, pruning, and pest identification.
• Work collaboratively with team members and communicate effectively with field staff and supervisors.

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of professional landscape and grounds maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of horticultural practices, including planting, pruning, and plant identification.
• Ability to operate and maintain landscaping equipment and hand tools safely.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience supervising a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to complete administrative tasks accurately and on time.
• Valid driver’s license required and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds and walking on uneven ground.
• Bilingual English and Spanish skills are desirable but not required.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Supplemental insurance options
• Dental insurance