Commercial Landscape Crew Leader

Job Description

Job Description

Russell Landscape is seeking a skilled and experienced Landscape

Maintenance Crew Leader & Driver to lead a team of landscape technicians

in providing high-quality maintenance services for residential and commercial

properties. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong horticultural

knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to drive and

manage a crew efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead a crew of 2–5 landscape maintenance workers.

• Operate and drive trucks and trailers to transport crew, tools, and

materials to and from job sites.

• Ensure all maintenance tasks (mowing, trimming, pruning, weeding,

fertilizing, etc.) are performed to company and industry standards.

• Train and mentor crew members in proper landscape maintenance

techniques and safety procedures.

• Monitor job progress and ensure timely completion of daily

assignments.

• Conduct pre-trip inspections and ensure safe and legal operation of

vehicles and equipment.

• Communicate with clients and management regarding job status,

concerns, or special requests.

• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time

spent on site.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of landscape maintenance experience, with at least

2 years in a leadership role.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record;

• Proven experience driving trucks and towing trailers with equipment.Landscape Crew Leader

• Strong knowledge of landscape maintenance practices, plant care, and

irrigation systems.

• Ability to read and interpret site plans and schedules.

• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and performing physical tasks for

extended periods.

Offered:

• Hourly pay based on experience

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and holidays

• Tools, vehicles, and equipment provided