Landscaping Crew Leader

Edgewood Properties • South Plainfield, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Edgewood Properties, a leading real estate development and property management company founded in 1992, is experiencing significant growth with plans to double its apartment portfolio to over 6,000 units and reach over 12,000 units in five years. As part of this expansion, we are seeking an experienced Landscaping Crew Leader for our Excavation Department to manage daily operations across multiple sites in South Jersey. This role is crucial for maintaining job quality, crew productivity, and site professionalism.

Requirements

• 2+ years of landscaping experience (crew leadership preferred)
• Strong knowledge of landscape maintenance practices
• Ability to manage time, crew performance, and job schedules
• Valid driver’s license (CDL a plus)
• Reliable, punctual, and professional
• Able to perform physical labor in all weather conditions

Nice To Haves

• Commercial property experience
• Irrigation knowledge
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a landscaping crew on daily routes
• Perform and oversee weekly maintenance (mowing, trimming, edging, blowing)
• Ensure work meets company and client standards
• Train and direct crew members
• Operate commercial landscaping equipment
• Communicate with management regarding site conditions and needs
• Complete daily paperwork and job reporting
• Enforce safety procedures on job sites
• Lead snow removal operations during winter events
• Coordinate plowing, shoveling, salting, and sidewalk clearing
• Ensure snow work is completed safely and on schedule
• Manage crew productivity during overnight, early morning, and emergency events

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Corporate team environment with opportunity of advancement
• On-site company fitness gym
• Discounts on housing
• Discounts on home appliances

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed