Landscape Crew Leader

Great Outdoors; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Budget

Job summary

Great Outdoors in Ann Arbor, MI seeks a Landscape Crew Leader to head a residential and commercial design-build and maintenance team. The role pays $24.00-$28.00 per hour with overtime potential; full-time, year-round potential.

You will lead, train, and collaborate on diverse projects, focusing on quality craftsmanship and client satisfaction. Responsibilities include hands-on work, directing the crew, and ensuring safety and adherence to plans.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on landscaping experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to our shop in Ann Arbor, MI.
• Ability to lift 50lbs+, perform physical labor outdoors in all weather.
• Familiarity with standard landscaping equipment and willingness to use company software platforms.
• CDL is a major plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and motivate landscaping crew members while monitoring job progress, quality, and crew productivity.
• Work alongside your crew on residential and commercial projects, performing planting, maintenance, hardscaping, and installations.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and up to company standards while interpreting site plans, project specifications, and layouts.
• Communicate effectively with management, team members, and clients regarding project updates and details.

Skills

Team leadership

Hands-on work

Safety & standards

Communication

Landscape equipment

Problem-solving

Tools

Company Cam

LMN

Square Teams

Job description

Landscape Crew Leader

Great Outdoors is hiring an experienced Landscape Crew Leader to head a residential and commercial design-build and maintenance team in the Ann Arbor, MI area. We offer a starting wage of $24.00 - $28.00 per hour. Since every client property is unique, you will use your landscaping expertise, team management skills, and creative problem-solving to deliver tailor-made, high-quality installations. If you possess strong leadership skills, field software knowledge, and a commitment to quality craftsmanship.

Pay Rate: $24.00 - $28.00 / hour (plus overtime opportunities)

Job Type: Full-time, Year-Round potential

Location: Ann Arbor, MI

Why Choose Great Outdoors?

• Stable Career Growth: Dedicated to the green industry for over 40 years, we focus heavily on internal advancement, training support, and provide an Education Budget for continuous learning.
• Professional Equipment & Tech: Get daily access to top-tier landscaping equipment and advanced industry field software like Company Cam, LMN, and Square Teams.
• Culture of Respect: Work alongside experienced professionals in a team-oriented, positive work culture built on craftsmanship and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Team leadership: Lead, train, and motivate landscaping crew members while monitoring job progress, quality, and crew productivity.
• Hands-on execution: Work alongside your crew on residential and commercial projects, performing physical tasks such as planting, maintenance, hardscaping, and installations.
• Safety & standards: Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and up to company standards while interpreting site plans, project specifications, and layouts.
• Communication & coordination: Communicate effectively with management, team members, and clients regarding project updates and details.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years of hands-on landscaping experience.
• Credentials: Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to our shop in Ann Arbor, MI.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift 50lbs +, complete physical labor, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Industry Tools: Familiarity with operating standard landscaping equipment and willingness to use company software platforms.

Desired Qualifications

• Leadership: 1+ years of direct experience specifically as a landscape crew leader or foreman.
• Licensing: A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a major plus.