Crew Leader - Landscape Maintenance

Ruppert Landscape Co; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape Co. is seeking a Field Manager – Landscape Maintenance to coordinate crews, equipment, and materials across maintenance contracts, including snow removal where applicable.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction. You will hire, train, coach, and develop crew members; monitor budgets and job costs; drive additional revenue through service enhancements; and ensure work meets company standards and quality expectations.

Qualifications

• Safety-first mindset and adherence to regulations.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in horticulture or related field preferred; equivalent experience is a plus.
• Valid driver's license with clean record over past three years.
• Proven leadership and development of teams across field operations.
• Ability to diagnose plant issues and coordinate treatments.
• Strong English communication and client relationship skills.
• Experience with vehicles, tools, and equipment used in landscape maintenance and snow removal.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and oversee daily production activities for maintenance contracts.
• Lead, hire, train, and mentor team members and provide ongoing coaching.
• Monitor labor, budgets, production hours, and job costs to keep projects on track.
• Ensure work quality and complete property inspections with service reports.
• Identify opportunities for service enhancements and revenue growth.
• Maintain strong client relationships to support renewals and satisfaction.
• Understand and improve efficiency, productivity, and customer value.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are safe and operational.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Communication

Budget monitoring

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in horticulture or related field

Tools

Landscape equipment knowledge

Job description

Description

FIELD MANAGER – LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE

Who We Are

Ruppert Landscape is a leading provider of commercial landscape maintenance and installation services with more than 3,500 employees serving customers from 55+ branches across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast US. We take pride in delivering reliable, high-quality services on a wide range of commercial properties and construction projects. For over 50 years, our mission has been to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

Where You Fit In

As a Field Manager, you will coordinate crews, equipment, and materials to keep landscape maintenance and snow removal operations (where applicable) running smoothly and on schedule. This is a hands‑on, front‑line leadership role responsible for overseeing daily operations, directing crews, resolving challenges in real time, and ensuring projects are completely safely, efficiently, and to company standards. Success in this role can be seen through strong client relationships and contract renewals, jobs that stay on budget, and a motivated team that consistently delivers quality work aligned with branch goals.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, and oversee daily production activities for assigned maintenance contracts, ensuring efficient use of labor and resources
• Lead, hire, train, and grow team members, supporting their ongoing development through coaching, mentorship, and leading regular certification and skills‑based training sessions
• Monitor labor, budgets, production hours, and job costs to keep projects on track and ensure team members understand performance expectations and progress toward goals
• Monitor work quality daily, proactively address potential issues, and ensure property inspections are completed with corresponding service reports submitted
• Drive additional revenue by identifying opportunities for enhancements and other add‑on services beyond the scope of the base contract
• Cultivate and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
• Develop a thorough understanding of the company’s operating philosophy and branch performance goals and proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and customer value.
• Ensure all assigned vehicles and equipment are consistently maintained in a safe, clean, and fully operational condition

Qualifications:

• Safety‑first mindset with a commitment to adhering to safety regulations and promoting safe work practices
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in horticulture or a related field preferred; equivalent industry experience or certifications a plus
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record over the past three years(required)
  Proven ability to effectively lead, manage, and develop team members across multiple levels within a field operations environment
• Proven ability to effectively lead, manage, and develop team members at various levels
• Ability to diagnose common insect and plant disease issues and coordinate appropriate treatment plans
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally in English
• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining positive relationships with service‑oriented clients
• Solid working knowledge of the vehicles, tools, and equipment commonly used in landscape maintenance and snow removal operations

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications
• Hands‑on learning from day one with ongoing opportunities to learn, grow, and build your career
• Paid time off and holidays to help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, plus flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to help cover healthcare and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential support for personal, financial, and wellness needs
• A people‑first, family‑oriented culture where teamwork, respect, and growth matter and where your hard work is recognized and appreciated

Why Ruppert

Our success starts with our people. We are committed to creating opportunities for our team members to grow, lead, and build meaningful careers. Through hands‑on training, strong mentorship, and a collaborative team environment, we invest in developing talented individuals who take pride in their work and in supporting one another. Guided by our core values, we are dedicated to doing the right thing for our employees, our customers, and our communities. From maintaining safe work sites to promoting environmental stewardship, we strive to make a positive, lasting impact everywhere we work.

Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity andE-VerifyEmployer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.