Landscape Crew Leader

Malcarne Corporation; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Full-time, year-round employment

Paid Time Off

Paid vacation time

Paid Family Leave

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Malcarne Tree is seeking an experienced Landscape Crew Leader to manage day-to-day landscape projects, direct crew members, and ensure high-quality work completed safely and efficiently.

You will oversee residential and commercial sites, operate landscaping equipment, and communicate with customers and managers. This role offers full-time, year-round employment with room for advancement.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Prior landscaping experience required.
• Previous crew leader or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and organize a small crew.
• Experience with mowing, trimming, planting, mulching, pruning, grading, and cleanup.
• Must safely operate landscaping tools, trailers, and equipment.
• Strong communication skills and a professional attitude.
• Dependable, punctual, and safety-focused.
• Able to work outdoors in variable weather.
• Physical fitness to lift and perform demanding work.
• Tree work, hardscape, skid steer, or snow removal experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a landscape crew on residential and commercial sites.
• Review daily assignments ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Oversee landscape maintenance, planting, mulching, grading, cleanup, and pruning.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, mowers, trimmers, blowers, skid steers, trailers.
• Load/unload materials, plants, mulch, soil, and equipment.
• Communicate clearly with crew, supervisors, project managers, and customers.
• Keep job sites clean, organized, and professional.
• Train crew members on methods, safety, and company standards.
• Identify issues and report changes in scope to management.
• Maintain tools, trucks, trailers, and equipment.
• Track progress, crew productivity, and material usage; assist with seasonal tasks.
• Follow safety procedures and promote safe work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety-conscious

Physical endurance

Outdoor work

Tools

Mowing equipment

Tractors/ skid steer

Trailers

Job description

Malcarne Tree is growing and looking to add an experienced Landscape Crew Leader to our team.

This position is ideal for someone with hands-on landscaping experience who can lead a crew, communicate clearly, and take pride in completing high-quality work efficiently and safely. The Landscape Crew Leader will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day landscape projects, directing crew members, operating equipment, and making sure each job is completed to company standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a landscape crew on residential and commercial job sites
• Review daily job assignments and make sure work is completed safely and efficiently
• Assist with and oversee landscape maintenance, planting, mulching, grading, cleanup, pruning, and general property improvement tasks
• Operate and oversee the safe use of hand tools, power tools, mowers, trimmers, blowers, skid steers, trailers, and other landscaping equipment
• Load and unload tools, materials, plants, mulch, soil, and equipment
• Communicate clearly with crew members, supervisors, project managers, and customers
• Ensure job sites are clean, organized, and professional before leaving
• Train and guide crew members on proper work methods, safety practices, and company expectations
• Identify job site issues, material needs, safety concerns, or changes in scope and report them to management
• Maintain tools, trucks, trailers, and equipment in good working condition
• Track basic job progress, crew productivity, and materials used as neededAssist with seasonal work such as storm cleanup, snow work, or other outdoor services when needed
• Follow all company safety procedures and promote a safe work environment

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license required
• Prior landscaping experience required
• Previous crew leader, foreman, or supervisory experience preferred
• Ability to lead, motivate, and organize a small crew
• Experience with mowing, trimming, planting, mulching, pruning, grading, cleanup, and general landscape work
• Ability to safely operate landscaping tools, trailers, and equipment
• Strong communication skills and a professional attitude
• Must be dependable, punctual, and safety-focused
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to lift, carry, bend, kneel, walk, and perform physically demanding work throughout the day
• Basic mechanical knowledge and equipment maintenance experience preferred
• Tree work, hardscape, skid steer, or snow removal experience is a plus

We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Full-time, year-round employment
• Paid Time Off
• Paid vacation time
• Paid Family Leave
• Opportunities for advancement
• A professional team environment with long-term growth potential