Landscape Crew Leader

Russell Landscape; Sugar Hill (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tools, vehicles, and equipment提供

Job summary

Russell Landscape is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader & Driver to lead a small crew and coordinate daily maintenance tasks across residential and commercial properties.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong horticultural knowledge, and the ability to drive to multiple job sites while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years landscape maintenance experience with 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Experience driving trucks and towing trailers.
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance practices and irrigation.
• Reads site plans and schedules.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Bilingual

Tools

Truck driving & towing trailers

Remote-controlled mowing equipment

Job description

Description

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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.


• Prior experience with remote-controlled equipment or similar electronic control systems is preferred. This role requires operating specialized remote-controlled commercial mowing equipment on varying terrain.


• 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.


• Demonstrated hand-eye coordination to safely and accurately operate tools, equipment, and machinery

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