Landscape Driver/Crew Leader

Southern-Shade-Tree; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Great Benefits

Job summary

Southern Shade Tree Co is seeking a Landscape Driver/Crew Leader to join our team in the Carolinas. The role involves driving to and from job sites, assisting with landscaping tasks, and leading a crew to ensure high-quality work.

The position requires a valid driver’s license, 3–5 years of driving experience, and previous landscaping experience. You will operate trucks and power tools while upholding safety standards and delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Valid State Driver’s license and 3–5 years of driving experience.
• Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
• Previous landscaping experience and ability to operate a truck with a trailer.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Drive to and from job sites, adhering to driving and traffic laws.
• Assist in all hardscape duties including patios, walkways, walls, water features, lighting, and more.
• Operate power tools and equipment such as excavation equipment (Skid steers, mini-excavators).
• Follow safety procedures and perform equipment maintenance as required.
• Interact with the public in a friendly, service-oriented manner when appropriate.

Skills

Driving experience

Landscaping experience

Truck with trailer operation

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Tools

Truck with trailer operation

Power tools operation

Excavation equipment (Skid steers, mini-excavators)

Job description

Join Southern Shade Tree Co, a leading full-service landscaping and tree service provider with over 50 years of experience in exceeding clients' expectations in the Carolinas. We are currently seeking a Landscape Driver/Crew Leader to join our team. This role involves driving to and from job sites, assisting in landscaping duties, and leading a crew to ensure all tasks are completed to our high standards. Our company prides itself on its core values of safety, integrity, motivation, professionalism, accountability, communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of proven driving experience with a valid State Driver’s license issued 2020 or prior.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Legally eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Previous landscaping experience.
• Ability to operate a truck with a trailer.

Responsibilities

• Drive to and from job sites, adhering to all driving and traffic laws.
• Assist in all hardscape duties includingpatios, landscaped walkways, sitting walls, retaining walls, water features, fire pits, landscape lighting, grill surrounds, pergolas, and more.
• Operate power tools and equipment such as excavation equipment ranging frompicks, shovels, and spades to Skid steers and mini-excavators.
• Follow all procedures and guidelines related to safety and equipment operation.
• Perform equipment maintenance tasks as required.
• Interact with the public in a friendly, polite, and service-oriented manner when appropriate.

Compensation

• Competitive Pay!

Benefits

• Great Benefits!