Landscape Crew Leader

Join a welcoming, family-owned landscaping company as a Landscape / Maintenance Crew Leader and become an essential part of a team dedicated to delivering high-quality landscaping services. This role offers the opportunity to lead a crew, support the company's growth, and work in a supportive environment that values teamwork, professional development, and exceptional service. Crew Leaders play a vital role in ensuring that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards, making a direct impact on client satisfaction and the company's reputation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily activities of a landscaping and maintenance crew, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Perform grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, pruning, edging, raking leaves, watering, and planting.
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment, including various mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools.
• Conduct job site inspections and complete job site checklists to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Complete administrative duties such as crew timecards, equipment inventory, and material reports accurately and on time.
• Drive crew members to and from work sites as needed.
• Ensure all crew members follow safety protocols, attend safety meetings, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately.
• Identify and report issues related to irrigation, safety, or equipment to the Maintenance Manager.
• Respond to customer requests within contract allowances and provide courteous, 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
• Company vehicle
• Company phone
• Company computer and iPad
• Paid holidays
• Supplemental insurance options
• Dental insurance