Ecological Garden Crew Leader & Horticulturist

HireBus Inc.; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Group health insurance

Professional development

Job summary

GreenWeaver Landscapes in Kennett Square, PA is hiring a Steward - Horticulturalist/Gardener Crew Leader to oversee on-site garden maintenance for ecological landscapes. You will lead a hands-on crew, apply IPM practices, and ensure properties stay beautiful and healthy through thoughtful stewardship.

The role requires leadership experience, strong plant knowledge, and the ability to manage client relationships while maintaining safety and efficiency on work sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 seasons of high-end horticultural maintenance and property management beyond traditional landscaping tasks such as mowing, trimming, and shearing.
• At least 1 season of front-line supervisory experience leading a team of gardeners.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work long days in varying weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Able to commute to Kennett Square, PA.
• Hands-on horticulturist who can read a property and understand what it needs.
• Strong knowledge of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and safe pesticide handling.
• Experience in ecological maintenance, fine gardening maintenance, meadow management, and invasive plant management.
• Identify issues and opportunities for enhancement on properties and gather information for estimates outside pricing sheets.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and execute hands-on garden maintenance for contracted clients.
• Prioritize and delegate work across each property to maximize appeal and ecological integrity.
• Identify enhancement opportunities and communicate solutions to clients and the Gardening Coordinator.
• Mix, apply, and document pesticide applications safely.
• Help train and onboard new gardeners on the team.
• Keep trucks, shop, and job sites neat for safety and efficiency.

Job description

GreenWeaver Landscapes in Kennett Square, PA is hiring a Steward - Horticulturalist/Gardener Crew Leader to oversee on-site garden maintenance for ecological landscapes. You will lead a hands-on crew, apply IPM practices, and ensure properties stay beautiful and healthy through thoughtful stewardship.

The role requires leadership experience, strong plant knowledge, and the ability to manage client relationships while maintaining safety and efficiency on work sites.