Landscape Crew Foreman

Ryan Lawn & Tree; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental/Vision

401k with company match

Stock Ownership Plan

Paid PTO

Holidays

Uniforms

Job summary

Ryan Lawn & Tree is seeking a full-time crew lead in Omaha, NE. Lead a 2–4 person team to design, plant, and install landscapes, hardscapes, and drainage while delivering exceptional client service.

You will coach teammates, ensure safety, and maintain equipment and materials to meet high quality standards. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of landscape crew lead experience required.
• General knowledge of equipment maintenance.
• Ability to safely operate trenchers and vibratory plows.
• Ability to lift 75 lbs and walk up to 3 miles daily.
• Valid driver’s license; DOT medical certification if required.
• Strong work ethic and team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a 2–4 person crew on landscape projects.
• Oversee planting, hardscaping, drainage, and related work.
• Maintain client communication and progress updates.
• Coach team members to improve skills and efficiency.
• Ensure crew has tools and training to meet client needs.
• Apply Design/Build practices and knowledge of Ryan services.

Skills

Crew Leadership

Landscape knowledge

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Trenchers

Vibratory plows

DOT medical protocol

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Build Something Beautiful. Lead a Team That Takes Pride in Every Project.

Did you know that Ryan Lawn & Tree is a $100M+ professional Lawn & Landscape company? We've built one of the most respected lawn and tree care companies in the Midwest - and serve customers across Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Nebraska. We're on a mission to raise the bar for our entire industry - attracting exceptional people, treating them right, and doing work that leaves a mark on every community we touch.

There's something deeply satisfying about stepping back at the end of the day and seeing what your crew built - a stunning hardscape, a perfectly planted design, a landscape that transformed a property and made a client's vision real. If that kind of work fires you up, Ryan Lawn & Tree wants you to lead one of our crews.

What You'll Do

• Lead your crew. Manage and mentor a team of 2–4 crew members, setting the standard for quality, efficiency, and professionalism on every job site.
• Bring designs to life. Oversee landscape projects of all scales - from planting trees, shrubs, and perennials to hardscaping, drainage, and everything in between.
• Own the client experience. Interact with clients daily, communicate project progress, setting expectations, and making recommendations for additional Ryan services that would benefit their property.
• Develop your people. Coach team members to sharpen their skills, work efficiently, and grow their landscape knowledge with every project.
• Equip your team. Ensure every crew member has the tools, training, and resources needed to meet the demands of our customers.
• Know your craft. Bring a thorough knowledge of Design/Build practices and a working familiarity with all Ryan services.

Requirements

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 2+ years of landscape crew lead experience required
• General knowledge of equipment maintenance
• Ability to safely operate equipment including trenchers and vibratory plows
• Ability to lift 75 lbs. and push/pull objects while walking up to 3 miles per day
• Valid driver's license; ability to obtain DOT medical certification
• A strong work ethic, team-first attitude, and pride in the finished product
• SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION: This is a safety-sensitive position requiring the operation of vehicles and equipment. All candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen (including marijuana), criminal background check, MVR check, and DOT physical (where applicable) before starting employment. Candidates must meet all screening requirements as a condition of employment.

Benefits

We hire great people for our employee-owned company. You will become a partner in the highest quality lawn and tree company in the Midwest. Why work at RYAN? In addition to being a non-smoking & EEOC company with advancement opportunities, other great benefits include:

• Full time year around employment with a starting compensation of $55,000 - 70,000 depending on experience with bonuses available.
• Excellent benefits package to include: Health Insurance, Dental/Vision, 401k w/ company match, and more
• 17 Paid Time Off (PTO) Days, 11 Paid Holidays and 1 Personal Floating Holiday
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Flexible work schedule
• Uniforms provided

Salary Description

$55,000 - $70,000 per year