Landscape Crew Leader | Hands-On Leadership Position

Job Description

Job Description

1. Job Title 

Landscape Crew Leader / Landscape Foreman 
Client: John Shorb Landscaping, Inc. 

Hiring Type: Full-Time, Year-Round Employment 

 



 

2. Client Overview 

John Shorb Landscaping, Inc. 

John Shorb Landscaping is a Maryland-based full-service landscaping company that has been serving residential, commercial, HOA, and government clients throughout the Washington, DC metro area for more than 30 years. The company provides landscape maintenance, landscape construction, drainage solutions, irrigation services, hardscaping, and property enhancement services across Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia. [shorblandscaping.com], [shorblandscaping.com]

The company emphasizes safety, leadership development, quality workmanship, and long-term employee growth while delivering high-quality landscape management services. [shorblandscaping.com], [shorblandscaping.com]

 



 

3. Similar Job Titles 

• Landscape Crew Leader 
• Landscape Foreman 
• Landscaping Supervisor 
• Grounds Maintenance Crew Leader 
• Landscape Operations Lead 
• Lawn Maintenance Supervisor 
• Landscape Team Leader 
• Grounds Supervisor 
• Landscape Field Supervisor 
• Maintenance Foreman 
• Crew Supervisor 
• Landscape Production Supervisor 

 



 

4. Location 

Primary Locations 

• Kensington, MD 20895 
• Rockville, MD 20850 

Nearby Areas (Within ~45 Minutes) 

Maryland 

• Bethesda 
• Silver Spring 
• Wheaton 
• Gaithersburg 
• Germantown 
• Potomac 
• North Bethesda 
• Olney 
• Clarksburg 
• Takoma Park 
• College Park 

Washington, DC 

• Northwest DC 
• Northeast DC 
• Capitol Hill 
• Georgetown 

Northern Virginia 

• Arlington 
• Alexandria 
• Fairfax 
• Falls Church 
• McLean 
• Tysons 

Recruiting Recommendation 

Target candidates currently working for: 

• BrightView 
• Ruppert Landscape 
• Level Green Landscaping 
• Yellowstone Landscape 
• TruGreen 
• Local landscape maintenance companies 
• Commercial grounds maintenance contractors 

 



 

5. Salary 

Salary 

$19.50 - $22.00+ per hour 

Actual compensation should be confirmed with the client. 

 



 

6. Required Experience 

Industry Experience 

• Minimum 2 years of landscaping industry experience 
• Experience in: 
• • Landscape maintenance 
  • Grounds maintenance 
  • Lawn care 
  • Landscape construction 
  • Outdoor labor operations 

Leadership Experience 

• Prior supervisory or leadership experience required 
• Experience managing crews and assigning daily work 
• Experience ensuring productivity and safety compliance 

Additional Experience 

• Truck and trailer operation 
• Equipment and tool handling 
• Crew scheduling and coordination 
• Customer interaction 
• OSHA-focused work environments 

 



 

7. Requirements (Must-Haves) 

Leadership 

• Previous supervisory experience 
• Ability to lead and motivate crews 
• Experience assigning and monitoring work 
• Ability to resolve problems in the field 

Landscaping Expertise 

• Minimum 2 years of landscaping industry experience 
• Understanding of landscape maintenance practices 
• Familiarity with landscape equipment and tools 

Driving Requirements 

• Clean driving record required 
• Ability to safely load, transport, and unload equipment 
• Experience operating trucks and trailers safely 

Safety 

• OSHA-conscious mindset 
• Ability to enforce safety procedures 
• Proper PPE usage 
• Hazard identification and reporting 

Communication 

• Ability to communicate effectively with: 
• • Crew members 
  • Supervisors 
  • Clients 

Operational Responsibilities 

• Manage daily work orders 
• Ensure job quality 
• Ensure crew readiness 
• Monitor equipment and materials 
• Report progress and issues throughout the day 

 



 

8. Nice-to-Haves 

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) 
• Landscape construction experience 
• Experience leading larger crews 
• Commercial landscaping experience 
• Irrigation knowledge 
• Plant identification knowledge 
• Equipment maintenance knowledge 
• Customer service experience 
• Ability to train and mentor employees 

 



 

9. Benefits 

Client Highlights 

✅ Stable year-round employment 

✅ Leadership development opportunities 

✅ Ongoing training and professional growth 

✅ Hands-on leadership environment 

✅ Modern fleet equipped with onboard restrooms 

✅ Opportunity for advancement into higher supervisory roles 

Additional Benefits 

The full benefits package should be confirmed with the client and may include: 

• Medical Insurance 
• Dental Insurance 
• Vision Insurance 
• Paid Time Off 
• Paid Holidays 
• Overtime Opportunities 
• 401(k) 

 



 

10. Boolean Search 

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("Landscape Crew Leader" OR 

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Fairfax OR McLean OR Tysons OR 

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11. Interview Questions 

1. Leadership Style 

"Tell me about the crews you've supervised. What was the size of the team, and how would your crew describe your leadership style?" 

2. Industry Experience 

"What type of landscaping work have you spent most of your career doing, maintenance, construction, enhancements, or a combination?" 

3. Managing Daily Operations 

"Walk me through a typical morning when you're preparing your crew, equipment, and materials for the day's jobs." 

4. Safety & Accountability 

"Safety is a major focus for this position. Can you share a time when you identified a safety concern and how you addressed it?" 

5. Handling Performance Issues 

"Have you ever had a crew member who was struggling with productivity or attendance? How did you handle the situation?" 

6. Equipment & Driving Experience 

"This role includes responsibility for trucks, trailers, and equipment. What experience do you have transporting crews and securing equipment?" 

7. Career Growth 

"What interests you most about moving into your next leadership role, and where would you like your landscaping career to go over the next few years?" 

 



 

Recruiter Snapshot 

Ideal Candidate 

✅ 2+ years of landscaping experience 

✅ Prior Crew Leader, Foreman, or Supervisor experience 

✅ Clean driving record 

✅ Comfortable managing crews and daily schedules 

✅ Strong safety mindset 

✅ Hands-on leader who works alongside the team 

✅ Bilingual Spanish/English preferred 

✅ Experience with trucks, trailers, and landscaping equipment 

✅ Looking for stable, year-round employment 

Target Profiles 

• Landscape Foreman 
• Landscape Crew Leader 
• Grounds Maintenance Supervisor 
• Lawn Care Supervisor 
• Landscape Operations Lead 
• Commercial Landscape Supervisor 
• Maintenance Foreman 
• Field Supervisor 

Location: Kensington & Rockville, MD 
Client: John Shorb Landscaping, Inc. 
Industry: Landscaping / Grounds Maintenance 
Experience: 2+ Years Landscaping + Leadership Experience Required 
Key Requirement: Clean Driving Record + Supervisory Experience Required