Landscape Crew Leader & Driver | Lead a Small Team

Russell Landscape

Bradenton (FL)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Holidays

Tools provided

Vehicles provided

Job summary

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 hands-on role requires strong horticultural knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to drive and manage a crew efficiently.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of landscape maintenance experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role, a valid driver’s

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 is 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.

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 job sites.
Ensure all maintenance tasks (mowing, trimming, pruning, weeding, fertilizing, etc.) meet 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.