Landscape Construction Crew Leader

Rockaway Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Uniforms Provided

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

Rockaway, Inc. is seeking a dependable Landscape Construction Crew Leader to spearhead enhancement and installation projects.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on delivering high-quality landscape work, supervising a crew, and ensuring projects are completed safely and efficiently to Rockaway standards. The ideal candidate will own projects, lead by example, and take pride in exceptional client results.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years landscape industry experience.
• Previous crew leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with softscape installations required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a landscape construction crew on enhancement and installation projects.
• Take ownership of assigned projects, production goals, and job quality.
• Ensure proper installation of landscape enhancements including plantings, sod, mulch, drainage systems, irrigation components, and hardscape features.
• Assist with project layout and execution according to plans and specifications.
• Maintain jobsite organization, safety standards, and quality control.
• Ensure crews are prepared with the proper tools, equipment, and materials each day.
• Communicate daily progress, jobsite conditions, and field needs with Project Managers.
• Train and mentor crew members on proper installation techniques and safe work practices.
• Complete required paperwork, time tracking, and job reports using company-provided technology.
• Support efficient workflow and timely project completion.

Skills

Landscape leadership

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Reliability

Physically capable

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

Tablets

Safety equipment knowledge

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Landscape Construction Crew Leader

Enhancement & Installation Projects

$24-$30/hour | Based on Experience

Rockaway, Inc. is seeking a dependable and motivated Landscape Construction Crew Leader to lead enhancement and installation projects. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on executing high-quality landscape work, supervising a crew, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to Rockaway standards.

We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their projects, leads by example, and takes pride in delivering exceptional results for our clients.

We're willing to teach skills. We cannot teach reliability, accountability, and work ethic. If you're the type of person who shows up every day ready to work, lead, and improve, we want to hear from you.

Schedule

• Monday-Thursday: Start at 7:00 AM until the day's work is complete
• Fridays: Available for make-up days, weather delays, or additional project work as needed

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a landscape construction crew on enhancement and installation projects
• Take ownership of assigned projects, production goals, and job quality
• Ensure proper installation of landscape enhancements including plantings, sod, mulch, drainage systems, irrigation components, and hardscape features
• Assist with project layout and execution according to plans and specifications
• Maintain jobsite organization, safety standards, and quality control
• Ensure crews are prepared with the proper tools, equipment, and materials each day
• Communicate daily progress, jobsite conditions, and field needs with Project Managers
• Train and mentor crew members on proper installation techniques and safe work practices
• Complete required paperwork, time tracking, and job reports using company-provided technology
• Support efficient workflow and timely project completion

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of landscape industry experience, preferably in enhancements or installations
• Previous crew leadership experience preferred
• Experience with softscape installations required
• Hardscape installation experience preferred
• Basic irrigation and drainage knowledge preferred
• Ability to read and follow landscape plans and project specifications
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
• Ability to lead by example and motivate a crew
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physically demanding work
• Comfortable using tablets and basic technology
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus but not required
• Valid driver's license preferred

Compensation

• $24-$30 per hour, depending on experience, skills, and leadership ability
• Potential sign-on bonus for qualified candidates

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Uniforms Provided
• Opportunities for Advancement

Why Rockaway?

The most successful Crew Leaders at Rockaway are dependable, accountable, and lead by example. They show up prepared, communicate well, work safely, and take pride in building quality landscapes that exceed client expectations. We are looking for team members who want to grow, contribute, and be part of a company that values Integrity, Empathy, Responsiveness, Resilient Adaptability, and Unity.