Landscape Crew Leader

Schill Landscaping and Lawn Care Services LLC; Oakwood (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Schill Landscaping and Lawn Care Services LLC in Bedford is seeking a Landscape Crew Leader to supervise crews and execute landscape plans, managing the project scope, materials, and customer communication. You will drive a company vehicle and oversee safety and quality on site.

One year of experience leading landscape crews is preferred; you will work outdoors in all weather and may be involved in snow removal during winter, coordinating crews and schedules accordingly.

Qualifications

• Experience leading landscape crews.
• Strong communication and customer-relations skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to plan projects and manage materials.
• Comfort with outdoor work in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Execute landscape projects per plan including installations.
• Manage project scope, materials, and required paperwork.
• Lead and develop crew; communicate with customers.
• Operate equipment and drive company vehicle with trailer.
• Assist in snow removal and seasonal crew supervision.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Customer relationships

Self-motivated

Creative problem solving

Team-oriented

Tools

Skid steer

Mini excavator

Sod cutters

Brush hog

Brick saw

Transit

Job description

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Regular FT Manual Labor Bedford, OH, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1604

A Landscape Crew Leader is a supervisor position that is responsible for executing landscape plans, managing the project, and developing productive relationships with customers. Some Landscape Crew Members may specialize in either enhancement or maintenance work, but all Landscape Crew Leaders should be willing and able to perform either enhancement or maintenance work at the discretion of their supervisor. All employees are expected to carry out the company’s purpose and demonstrate our core values.

As a Landscape Crew Leader you must be able to perform the following essential functions of the job:

• Execute projects such as hardscapes, outdoor lighting, and landscape/lawn installations from a landscape plan.
• Manage the entire scope of our projects including job layout, materials, and required paperwork.
• Use various equipment including skid steer, mini excavator, sod cutters, bush hogs, brick saws, transits, and various hand tools.
• Drive a commercial vehicle and pull a trailer.
• Manage, develop, and effectively communicate with your crew.
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with our customers.
• Supervis e a snow zone during the winter including managing crews, location, and quality control.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

JOB SKILLS AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to develop strong professional relationships with customers
• Must be self-motivated
• Must be a creative problem solver with the capacity to innovate
• Must be team-oriented

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record to meet fleet insurance standards

Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test

One year of experience leading landscape crews

Must have advanced mowing equipment experience

Previous experience setting up commercial mowing sites, preferred

Strong computer skills and the ability to adapt to new software programs

Must be able to move and/or lift up to 60 pounds consistently

WORK CONDITIONS

Employees performing this job should be able and willing to drive or travel locally if needed. Schedules for this position may vary and may require flexibility to work extended hours. Potential work hours during the snow season include nighttime, weekends, and holidays to participate insnow removal activities. This position will require working outdoors in various weather conditions including rain, snow, sun, extreme cold, or heat.