Landscape Crew Member
About The Position
Russell Landscape is seeking a skilled and experienced Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader & Driver to lead a team of landscape technicians in providing maintenance services for residential and commercial properties. The role is hands-on and calls for horticultural knowledge, communication skills, and the ability to drive and manage a crew efficiently. The crew leader supervises a team of 2–5 landscape maintenance workers, drives trucks and trailers to transport crew members, tools, and materials, and ensures landscape maintenance work is completed to company and industry standards. The role also involves training crew members, monitoring job progress, conducting vehicle inspections, communicating with clients and management, and maintaining accurate work records.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of landscape maintenance experience, including 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.
- 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.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
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 mowing, trimming, pruning, weeding, fertilizing, and other maintenance tasks meet company and industry standards.
- Train and mentor crew members in 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 about job status, concerns, and special requests.
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent on site.
Benefits
- Hourly pay based on experience.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Tools, vehicles, and equipment provided.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
