Field Operations Manager - Landscaping Industry

Premier Service Company, Inc.; Crete (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

401(k) with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Health Insurance Benefits

Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays

Year-Round Employment (Green + Snow)

Transitional flexibility

Job summary

Premier Services is seeking a Field Operations Manager to lead landscape and snow crews in Crete, IL. You will drive service quality, team performance, and efficiency, coordinating dispatch, safety, and client satisfaction.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, strong landscaping knowledge, and the ability to build high-performing teams across multiple crews. A flexible schedule and focus on safety are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing landscape or field service crews.
• Strong knowledge of landscape maintenance, lawn care, and horticulture.
• Experience in snow operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage field crews during green and snow seasons.
• Coordinate daily crew dispatch, schedules, and job assignments.
• Ensure crews are equipped with materials and equipment.
• Communicate with clients to understand and meet service expectations.
• Partner with account managers to resolve service requests and concerns.
• Enforce safety standards and conduct weekly safety meetings.
• Review crew timesheets and support payroll deadlines.

Skills

Crew Leadership

Operations Management

Landscape knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Flexible scheduling

Job description

Field Operations Manager

Premier Service - Crete, IL

Premier Service is seeking an experienced Field Operations Manager to lead and support our landscape and snow operations teams. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving service quality, team performance, and operational efficiency across multiple crews. If you are a hands-on leader with strong landscaping knowledge and a passion for building high-performing teams, we want to hear from you.

Position Overview

TheField Operations Manager oversees daily field operations to ensure crews deliver high-quality service and client satisfaction. This role partners closely with the Branch Manager and Client Account Managers to manage labor, enforce safety standards, coordinate scheduling, and maintain operational excellence.

Why Join Premier Service?

We offer one of the most competitive compensation packages in the industry:

• Company Vehicle
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Health Insurance Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
  
• Year-Round Employment (Green + Snow Season)

Key Responsibilities

• Crew Leadership & Operations
• Build, train, and manage field crews during green and snow seasons
• Coordinate daily crew dispatch, schedules, and job assignments
• Ensure crews are properly equipped with materials and equipment

Client Relations

• Communicate with clients to understand and meet service expectations
• Partner with Account Managers to resolve service requests and concerns

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce company safety standards and conduct weekly safety meetings
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and regulatory requirements

Workforce & Administrative Management

• Review and approve crew timesheets to meet payroll deadlines
• Implement and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Monitor productivity, efficiency, and quality of work

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing landscape or field service crews
• Strong knowledge of landscape maintenance, lawn care, and horticulture
• Experience in snow operations is a plus
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
• Valid Driver's License required (must meet insurability guidelines)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including seasonal weekend availability

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk job sites and work outdoors regularly
• Frequent standing, walking, and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
• Ability to use a computer and mobile device for extended periods

About Premier Services

From landscape design to full-service property maintenance, Premier Services is known for quality, reliability, and attention to detail. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results while creating opportunities for employees to grow and succeed.

Premier Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.