Landscape Installation Crew Leader

American Landscape Partners•Baltimore, MD

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Maxalea is hiring an experienced Landscape Installation Crew Leader to lead and work alongside a team of landscape technicians on installation projects throughout the Baltimore area. This hands-on leadership role focuses on landscape construction, hardscape installation, and crew supervision. Projects include patios, walkways, retaining walls, planting, grading, and other outdoor improvements. The crew leader coordinates daily work, solves field problems, and helps deliver quality results safely and efficiently. Masonry or natural stonework experience is a plus. This is a full-time, hourly position with early morning start times. The role involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions and may require overtime or weekend work as needed. Physical work includes frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and other labor, as well as working on uneven terrain, slopes, and occasionally near traffic or active construction zones. Appropriate safety equipment and PPE must be used.

Requirements

2–3 years of professional landscaping experience, preferably in landscape construction or installation.
At least 1 year of crew leadership or supervisory experience in the landscaping or construction industry.
Hands-on landscape construction experience, including hardscape installation such as patios, walkways, retaining walls, or stonework.
Knowledge of landscape installation techniques, including planting, grading, site preparation, and irrigation basics.
Ability to read landscape plans, organize daily assignments, and lead projects from start to finish.
Experience safely operating landscape construction tools and equipment.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to lead, train, and motivate a crew while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Valid driver's license.
Availability for overtime or weekend work as needed.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; heavier lifting is team-assisted or reasonably accommodated.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and on uneven terrain, slopes, and occasionally near traffic or active construction zones.

Nice To Haves

Masonry or natural stonework experience, including stone cutting, shaping, setting, or mortar work.
DOT medical card or equipment certifications.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Lead and work alongside a landscape installation crew on daily projects.
Oversee installation of patios, walkways, retaining walls, plants, sod, mulch, drainage, and irrigation features.
Read and follow landscape designs, site plans, grading specifications, and installation instructions.
Plan daily assignments, coordinate materials and equipment, and keep projects on schedule and within budget.
Safely operate landscape construction equipment, including skid steers, trenchers, compactors, and power tools.
Train and guide crew members while monitoring productivity, workmanship, and safety.
Identify and resolve job-site challenges, including weather delays, material shortages, and installation issues.
Communicate professionally with customers and supervisors about project progress and concerns.
Track daily labor hours, materials, and job progress while maintaining accurate records.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites that meet company quality standards.