Head Landscaper Grounds Crew Chief

Brophy-College-Preparatory; Phoenix (AZ); In loco; USD 34.000 - 39.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive pay + overtime

Paid sick time, vacation & holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Equipment/boot allowance

Descrizione del lavoro

Brophy College Preparatory is seeking a Lead Landscaper to oversee daily grounds operations and a dedicated crew on a Jesuit campus in Phoenix, AZ. You will manage irrigation, tree care, seasonal planting, and maintenance of grass areas while ensuring safety and high standards.

Responsibilities include training staff, operating commercial equipment, and coordinating an annual grounds schedule. This is a full-time, non-exempt role with competitive pay and benefits.

Competenze

• Minimum 3–5+ years hands-on landscaping experience with supervisory exposure.
• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial irrigation troubleshooting, timer programming, and piping/valve repairs.
• Strong understanding of local plant material, tree structure, pruning techniques, and seasonal flower care.
• Skilled in operating and maintaining commercial-grade mowers, trimmers, pressure washers, blowers, and hand tools.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather, lift up to 50+ lbs, and meet shift demands.

Mansioni

• Lead, motivate, and direct daily landscape crew operations for commercial and residential properties.
• Ensure work is completed on schedule and to high quality standards; enforce safety protocols and PPE usage.
• Train crew on equipment operation, safety practices, and best practices in irrigation and landscaping.
• Perform inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on irrigation systems and seasonal maintenance tasks.
• Operate heavy power equipment and perform power washing of hardscapes and building exteriors.

Conoscenze

Crew leadership

Irrigation troubleshooting

Tree & shrub pruning

Equipment operation

Safety & PPE compliance

Strumenti

Commercial irrigation timers & valves

Commercial mowers & trimmers

Descrizione del lavoro

Position Reports To: Facilities Department Chief Maintenance EngineerJob Classification and Status: Non-Exempt, Full TimePay Rage: $25-28 per hourStart Date: August 2026Position Summary:We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and dependable Lead Landscaper to oversee our daily grounds operations. In this role, you will lead a dedicated crew, maintain high standards of quality, and perform hands-on landscape installation and commercial maintenance. The ideal candidate has extensive industry experience, strong crew leadership skills, and deep technical knowledge in commercial irrigation management, tree care, and overall grounds maintenance.Key Responsibilities:Leadership & Crew ManagementLead, motivate, and direct daily operations for a landscape crew on commercial and residential properties.Ensure all work is completed efficiently, on schedule, and to very high quality standards.Enforce safety protocols, proper tool usage, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) compliance.Train crew members on best practices, equipment operation, and safety procedures.Irrigation & Technical CarePerform regular inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on commercial irrigation systems (timers, valves, backflows, drip systems, and mainlines).Adjust watering schedules seasonally to optimize plant health and conserve water.Grounds Maintenance & Plant HealthPerform precise, structural tree trimming and waste removal following industry safety standards.Execute proper bush and shrub pruning techniques according to plant species and season.Oversee the seasonal preparation, planting, and maintenance of annuals, perennials, and shrubs.Maintain and execute an annual schedule for overseeding, aerating and fertilization for all grass areas.Operate heavy-duty power equipment, including commercial mowers, weed eaters, line trimmers, artificial turf groomers and backpack/walk-behind blowers for site cleanup.Perform high-pressure power washing on hardscapes, walkways, retaining walls, and building exteriors.Benefits:Competitive Pay (Overtime available)Paid Sick Time, Vacation & Paid HolidaysHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance403(b) Retirement PlanEquipment / Boot AllowanceThe Lead Landscaper is a non-exempt, full-time, 12-month member of Brophy’s support staff who reports to the Chief Maintenance Engineer. Interested applicants should complete the online application here and submit a letter of interest to Brophy’s Director of Facilities and Food Services, Missy Grams: [e-mail] BrophyA Catholic, Jesuit school with an enrollment of 1,400 boys, Brophy offers its students a rigorous and relevant college preparatory curriculum, a highly developed fine arts and music program, a diversity of extracurricular activities, and a strong retreat and service learning program. As a Jesuit school, Brophy takes great pride in striving to form well rounded young men who are firmly grounded in a relationship with God that orients them to lead lives of service. In addition to the high school, Brophy includes Loyola Academy, which is a tuition-free, comprehensive junior high school program for sixth, seventh, and eighth grade boys who demonstrate academic promise but have had limited educational opportunities. For more information visit Brophy’s webpage.Brophy College Preparatory is an equal opportunity employer. Brophy College Preparatory is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Qualifications & Requirements:Experience: Minimum [3–5+] years of hands-on professional landscaping experience, with at least [1–2] years in a supervisor or crew lead capacity.Irrigation Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge of commercial irrigation troubleshooting, timer programming, and piping/valve repairs.Horticultural Knowledge: Strong understanding of local plant material, tree structure, proper pruning techniques, and seasonal flower care.Equipment Proficiency: Skilled in operating and maintaining commercial-grade mowers, trimmers, pressure washers, blowers, and hand tools.Physical Requirements: Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions, lift up to 50+ lbs regularly, and perform manual labor throughout the shift.Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (ability to tow and back up equipment trailers).Preferred Qualifications:Bilingual in English and Spanish is a strong plus.Commercial Irrigation or Arborist certifications.Experience with pesticide/fertilizer application and licensing.