Day Landscaper Lead– Full-Time

Sweeping Corporation of America•Columbia, SC

About The Position

Sweeping Corporation of America is hiring a full-time Day Landscaper Lead in Columbia, South Carolina, for a first-shift position. The role leads and supports landscaping activities and maintains lawns, landscaped areas, and surrounding grounds. The lead provides hands-on support, coordinates tasks, guides team members, and helps ensure grounds work is completed safely, efficiently, and to expected quality standards. Compensation is $22–$24 per hour, with eligibility for a first pay increase at six months. Travel is not required. The position involves outdoor work and operation of specialized equipment. The employee must follow safety procedures, traffic laws, company standards, and site-specific protocols; complete inspections and assigned work; report incidents and equipment problems; and accurately complete required documentation. Duties may change as business needs evolve.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, lawn care, or a related field.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license.
At least 18 years of age.
Maintain an acceptable driving record and pass a motor vehicle record check, background check, and drug screening in accordance with company policy and applicable law.
Ability to follow safety procedures, conduct inspections, operate equipment responsibly, and comply with traffic, site, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to plan routes, complete work efficiently and accurately, adapt to changing conditions, and maintain dependable attendance.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and teammates, represent the company professionally, and promptly report equipment issues, incidents, and safety concerns.
Ability to work outdoors with regular exposure to weather, the elements, and traffic; occasional exposure to loud noise, dust/debris, and jarring conditions; and limited exposure to chemicals.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent sitting and walking or standing; occasional bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing and pulling; limited stair climbing and crawling; and lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds at varying heights, including overhead.
Ability to perform continuous reading, screen use, mental focus, and hand-eye coordination throughout the workday.
Ability to operate specialized equipment and use hand controls, foot controls, and fine motor skills.
Use required personal protective equipment, including high-visibility apparel and eye, ear, hand, foot, head, lung, and skin protection.

Nice To Haves

Three years of experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, lawn care, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead and support landscaping activities and maintain lawns, landscaped areas, and surrounding grounds.
Coordinate tasks, guide team members, and provide hands-on support to complete grounds maintenance safely and efficiently.
Perform required pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections and ensure safety features are operational before starting a route.
Review assigned routes before departure and ask clarifying questions when routes or expectations are unclear.
Complete assigned jobs within the allotted timeframe while maintaining expected quality and attention to detail.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with traffic laws, company safety procedures, and site-specific protocols; use additional caution in inclement weather or challenging site conditions.
Handle materials safely and securely, using appropriate procedures for material types and disposal sites.
Report equipment issues, malfunctions, near misses, crashes, and injuries within 30 minutes or as soon as safely possible; promptly escalate work issues, opportunities, and safety concerns to management.
Maintain a professional attitude and appearance on job sites and in public areas, and communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and clients when needed.
Accurately complete required logs, manifests, and forms.
Respond appropriately to changes and challenges and identify and resolve issues in a timely manner.
Maintain regular, predictable attendance and report to work on time and prepared for scheduled shifts.