Landscaping Lead

Commercial & Government Contracts • Newport, RI

13h • Onsite

About The Position

CW is seeking a hands-on Landscaping Lead who loves the outdoors and enjoys helping others succeed. You’ll work side-by-side with the crew, guiding and training them while doing high-quality landscape work yourself. Work alongside team members to complete landscaping tasks such as mowing, trimming, planting, and general grounds maintenance. Provide hands-on training and guidance to help team members learn proper techniques and complete work correctly. Help organize daily tasks and keep work on track throughout the day. Show team members how to safely use tools and equipment and follow safety procedures. Check the quality of work and offer support to ensure standards are met. Answer questions and assist team members with day-to-day work activities. Help keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and in good condition. Communicate with team members and leadership about progress and any issues that come up. Support new employees by helping them learn the job through on-the-job training.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, or a related outdoor work environment.
• Experience using landscaping tools and equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
• Basic understanding of basic landscaping practices and equipment use.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid RealID
• Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on a team and supporting daily work activities in a hands-on role.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve goals and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow directions and complete tasks efficiently and safely.
• Attention to detail when completing tasks and maintaining outdoor areas.
• Ability to stay organized and help keep work on schedule.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing work priorities and outdoor conditions.
• Dependability, strong work ethic, and a willingness to take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside team members to complete landscaping tasks such as mowing, trimming, planting, and general grounds maintenance.
• Provide hands-on training and guidance to help team members learn proper techniques and complete work correctly.
• Help organize daily tasks and keep work on track throughout the day.
• Show team members how to safely use tools and equipment and follow safety procedures.
• Check the quality of work and offer support to ensure standards are met.
• Answer questions and assist team members with day-to-day work activities.
• Help keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and in good condition.
• Communicate with team members and leadership about progress and any issues that come up.
• Support new employees by helping them learn the job through on-the-job training.

Benefits

• Access to an Employee Wellness Coordinator and robust wellness program that support your health and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for advancement—grow your career with us!

What This Job Offers

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