Landscape Foreman: Lead Crew, Training & Growth

greenview; Dunlap (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Equipment provided

Referral bonuses

Company phone plan

Promotion from within

Job summary

Green View in Central Illinois is seeking a Foreman to lead a mowing crew, ensuring homes and businesses look sharp while training and directing team members. You will oversee mowing, edging, blowing, pruning, and weed control, plan daily routes, and ensure safety during every job.

We offer competitive hourly pay based on experience, paid time off, holidays, a 401(k) match, health/dental/vision/life insurance, equipment provided, referral bonuses, and a clear path for promotion from within.

Qualifications

• Experience in lawn/grounds maintenance with a willingness to lead a crew.
• Ability to direct a crew and hold people to quality standards.
• Valid Illinois driver's license with clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs and work outside in all weather.
• Available for snow removal operations in winter.

Responsibilities

• Lead mowing, edging, blowing, pruning, and weed control.
• Oversee use of various mowers and equipment.
• Plan daily routes and workflows for efficiency.
• Train and mentor crew on technique, equipment, and safety.
• Inspect equipment before each job and enforce safety standards.
• Track materials and labor hours.
• Handle on-site client questions and adjust plans as needed.
• Assist with snow removal in winter.

Skills

Leadership

Lawn/grounds maintenance

Safety compliance

Route planning

Team training

Tools

Mowers (zero-turn, ride-on, stand-on)

String trimmers

Edgers

Job description

Green View in Central Illinois is seeking a Foreman to lead a mowing crew, ensuring homes and businesses look sharp while training and directing team members. You will oversee mowing, edging, blowing, pruning, and weed control, plan daily routes, and ensure safety during every job.

We offer competitive hourly pay based on experience, paid time off, holidays, a 401(k) match, health/dental/vision/life insurance, equipment provided, referral bonuses, and a clear path for promotion from within.