Grounds Management Crew Lead

Park Landscaping•Calgary, AB

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Grounds Management Crew Lead at Park, where the focus is on leading a team to deliver high-quality residential and commercial landscape maintenance services. The position requires a working field leader who can bridge the gap between supervisor direction and on-site results, ensuring peak productivity and safety. The role involves direct leadership of daily activities, planning efficient routes, coaching crew members, and performing expert turf and bed maintenance. Additionally, the role includes operating and inspecting maintenance equipment, enforcing safety regulations, and transitioning to snow and ice management during winter months.

Requirements

Strong horticultural knowledge, including turf care, plant identification, and OH&S legislation; familiarity with local pesticide and fertilizer regulations.
Expert operation of commercial landscape equipment.
Proficiency in mobile technology and job tracking systems like Aspire and SiteDocs.
2–3 years of landscape maintenance experience.
Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License.
Physical stamina to perform demanding outdoor work in varying weather.

Responsibilities

Direct daily activities, plan efficient routes, and coach crew members to meet performance standards and foster a culture of respect and accountability.
Oversee and perform expert turf care (mowing, aeration, fertilization) and bed maintenance (pruning, weeding, mulching) to promote plant health and site longevity.
Safely operate and inspect maintenance equipment, utilizing systems like Asset Tiger to ensure tools are in top working condition.
Enforce OH&S regulations and company policies, facilitating toolbox talks and completing required hazard assessments to ensure everyone returns home safe.
Transition to comprehensive snow and ice management from November through April, maintaining a flexible schedule to ensure client safety during Alberta’s winter months.