Landscape Enhancement Crew Leader

D.J.'s Lawn Service, Inc.; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, & Dental Benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Annual boot and rain gear allowance

Job summary

DJ's Landscape Management in Wixom, MI, is seeking a Landscape Enhancement Crew Leader to oversee installation projects from start to finish. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll guide a crew, operate equipment, and ensure quality workmanship.

Responsibilities include planting, mulching, bed installation, and coordinating daily work while maintaining safety and company standards. This is a year-round, full-time role that transitions into snow and ice management in winter.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years landscaping installation experience.
• Leadership or crew lead experience required.
• Valid Chauffeur's License (or ability to obtain).
• DOT medical card and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift, bend, and perform physical work throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside a landscape enhancement crew, taking ownership of projects from start to finish.
• Bring outdoor spaces to life through planting, mulching, bed enhancements, and detailed landscape improvements.
• Operate skid steers and other equipment safely and efficiently.
• Prepare and organize equipment and materials to set your crew up for success each day.
• Ensure every job is completed safely, efficiently, and to high-quality standards.
• Train, guide, and support crew members while building a strong, reliable team.
• Maintain equipment and keep job sites clean and organized.
• Communicate with supervisors and take responsibility for overall crew performance in the field.

Skills

Leadership

Equipment operation

Time management

Outdoor work

Communication

Skid steer

Tools

Skid steer

Job description

Careers

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We make it a point and a priority to promote within. We believe in rewarding superior performance and honoring our loyal team members who show commitment, perseverance and tenacity.

Current Career Opportunities

Position:Landscape Enhancement Crew Leader Location: Wixom, MI Job Id:3293 # of Openings:1 Landscape Enhancement Crew Leader - Wixom, MI

We're growing in the Ann Arbor area and are excited to add new team members to our team! DJ's Landscape Management is hiring Landscape Enhancement Crew Leaders to support our installation and landscape construction projects. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll lead a crew, operate equipment, and take full ownership of landscape installation projects from start to finish. You'll complete landscaping projects such as planting, mulching, and bed installation while leading your team in delivering high-quality work. As a Crew Leader, you'll prepare equipment, direct and develop your crew, and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards. This is a year round, full time position that transitions into snow and ice management in the winter.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base pay:$24 - $28+ /hr.,based on experience
• Compensation bonus
• Snow pay
• Health, Vision, & Dental Benefits
• 401(k) plan, with company match
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral bonus'
• Performance reviews
• Annual boot and rain gear reimbursement
• Company events
• Awards and recognition from peers and leaders
• Ongoing training and development
• Career advancement

Responsibilities - What You'll Do

• Lead and work alongside a landscape enhancement crew, taking ownership of projects from start to finish
• Bring outdoor spaces to life through planting, mulching, bed enhancements, and detailed landscape improvements
• Operate skid steers and other equipment safely and efficiently
• Prepare and organize equipment and materials to set your crew up for success each day
• Ensure every job is completed safely, efficiently, and to high-quality standards
• Train, guide, and support crew members while building a strong, reliable team
• Maintain equipment and keep job sites clean and organized
• Communicate with supervisors and take responsibility for overall crew performance in the field

Requirements - What We Are Looking For

• 1-2 years of landscaping installation experience required
• Experience operating skid steers and similar equipment preferred
• Previous leadership or crew lead experience required
• Valid Chauffeur's License required (or ability to obtain)
• Must meet DOT requirements (medical card and acceptable driving record)
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift, bend, and perform physical work throughout the day
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and team mindset
• Ability to manage time and stay organized on job sites
• Smartphone required

DJ's Landscape Management is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, new Team Members are required to pass a pre-employment drug test and participate in random drug tests during their active employment.

DJ's Landscape Management is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin. This employer participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Team Culture

People ARE our culture. Without our magnificent team members, DJ's Landscape Management would not be here at all. We train, educate, promote and ensure our team members have all the tools necessary to succeed in life. From Day 1, we have nothing but the utmost respect for the people that choose to join us. Afterall, they chose the best team there is ...