Mowing Crew Leader

Trim Landscaping•Bedford, NS

13d•CA$24 - CA$28•Onsite

About The Position

We are a fast-moving and constantly growing landscape construction and maintenance company operating in Nova Scotia. Our work is a mix of commercial and residential both in and outside HRM, starting from design all the way through to maintaining. We are one of the largest landscapers in the Atlantic provinces that focuses on the most premier projects like Argyle Street, Queen’s Marque, Dartmouth Crossing, and many more. We are a culture that challenges its employees to improve, learn new skills, and solve all problems for our customers that come our way.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills – verbal & written
Minimum 2 years of experience in landscape maintenance, including mowing and mowing-related tasks
Previous supervisory experience leading a team in a landscaping or property maintenance setting
Valid driver’s license and own transportation, and comfortable driving a truck and trailer
Experience with snow removal, including plowing, salting, and winter maintenance
Proven experience leading landscaping crews, specifically in mowing and property maintenance
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Comfortable operating and maintaining landscaping equipment
Ability to work long hours during peak mowing and winter seasons
Strong understanding of safety protocols in both landscaping and snow removal
Trustworthy so that you can take on tasks and projects within your team with limited supervision.
Able to solve problems and willing to make a decision even if it’s a mistake.
Take pride in your work day-in and day-out.
Willing to work outside of your everyday tasks and responsibilities when the team needs you.

Responsibilities

Operate a heavy equipment mower, working closely with other crew leaders and ensuring quality lawn maintenance services are delivered across multiple sites.
Lead a snow removal route during winter, requiring experience in plowing and winter maintenance operations.
Work with and support all mowing crews, ensuring efficiency and high-quality work.
Train and develop team members on best mowing and maintenance practices.
Ensure safe and effective use of mowing equipment and proper maintenance.
Schedule and assign daily tasks to crews, track progress, and troubleshoot issues.
Oversee quality control for all mowing and maintenance work performed.
Communicate with customers, clients, and management.
Ensure all safety protocols are followed and enforced.
Manage preventative maintenance of equipment and ensure readiness for work.
Respond to emails and inquiries related to maintenance projects.
Manage time tracking, reporting, and administrative duties.
Lead a designated snow removal route, including plowing, salting, and site maintenance.
Operate plow trucks, loaders, and other snow removal equipment.
Ensure timely and efficient snow clearing operations during storms.
Train and oversee team members involved in snow removal operations.