Landscape Crew Leader

Russell Landscape; Lawrenceville (GA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Tools provided

Vehicles provided

Equipment provided

Job summary

Russell Landscape is seeking a skilled Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader & Driver to guide a small crew in delivering top-quality residential and commercial landscape maintenance services. The role combines hands-on leadership with driving responsibilities to move crew and equipment to job sites.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in landscape maintenance, including leadership, with a valid driver’s license and ability to manage time, safety, and client communication on-site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of landscape maintenance experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required.
• Proven ability to drive trucks and tow trailers with equipment.
• Strong knowledge of landscape maintenance practices, plant care, and irrigation systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a crew of 2–5 landscape maintenance workers.
• Operate and drive trucks and trailers to transport crew, tools, and materials to and from job sites.
• Ensure all maintenance tasks are performed to company and industry standards.
• Train and mentor crew members in landscape maintenance techniques and safety procedures.
• Monitor job progress and ensure timely completion of daily assignments.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and ensure safe and legal operation of vehicles and equipment.
• Communicate with clients and management regarding job status, concerns, or special requests.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent on site.

Skills

Leadership

Driver's license

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

PLEASE READ JOB DESCRIPTION!!!

Russell Landscape is seeking a skilled and experienced Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader & Driver to lead a team of landscape technicians in providing high-quality maintenance services for residential and commercial properties. This role requires a hands‑on leader with strong horticultural knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to drive and manage a crew efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead a crew of 2–5 landscape maintenance workers.
• Operate and drive trucks and trailers to transport crew, tools, and materials to and from job sites.
• Ensure all maintenance tasks (mowing, trimming, pruning, weeding, fertilizing, etc.) are performed to company and industry standards.
• Train and mentor crew members in proper landscape maintenance techniques and safety procedures.
• Monitor job progress and ensure timely completion of daily assignments.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and ensure safe and legal operation of vehicles and equipment.
• Communicate with clients and management regarding job status, concerns, or special requests.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent on site.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of landscape maintenance experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required
• Proven experience driving trucks and towing trailers with equipment.
• Strong knowledge of landscape maintenance practices, plant care, and irrigation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans and schedules.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and performing physical tasks for extended periods.

Offered:

• Hourly pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tools, vehicles, and equipment provided