Landscape Installation Crew Lead

RSS Insurance; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Professional Development Opportunities

Company Cell Phone

Job summary

Currin Outdoor Living is seeking a hands-on Landscape Install Leader to guide our crew in creating premium outdoor spaces across the Triangle. You will work closely with designers and the operations team to bring high-end landscapes from plans to thriving installations.

The role requires 2+ years in landscape installation, strong teamwork, and the ability to operate equipment. A valid driver’s license and safety-focused mindset are a must.

Qualifications

• 2 years landscape installation experience.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Ability to operate basic landscape equipment and drive light-duty dump trucks.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside a crew of 2–4 teammates.
• Turn detailed landscape designs into real, stunning gardens.
• Track daily tasks, hours, and materials like a pro.
• Communicate with the production manager to keep projects running smoothly.

Skills

Landscape installation experience

Driver's license

Operate landscape equipment

Dump truck driving

Landscape construction experience

Communication skills

Education

Horticulture degree

Job description

Landscape Garden Install Leader

Do you love transforming outdoor spaces into living works of art?

Currin Outdoor Living is on the hunt for a hands‑on Garden Install Leader who’s equal parts plant lover, crew motivator, and jobsite pro. You’ll work alongside our talented designers and operations team to bring beautiful, high‑end landscapes to life across the Triangle.

At Currin Outdoor Living, our mission is simple: To honor God by creating spaces that help foster and build better relationships. We’re guided by integrity, excellence, accountability, and teamwork — and we welcome employees of all beliefs who share those values.

If you take pride in quality work, thrive in the outdoors, and find joy in seeing a landscape project bloom from start to finish, we’d love to meet you!

We are seeking someone to lead and manage our landscape crew.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $60,000 to $70,000 per year, based on experience
• Health Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Company Cell Phone

Core Responsibilities:

• You love working with plants and people
• Lead and work alongside a crew of 2–4 awesome teammates.
• Turn detailed landscape designs into real, stunning gardens.
• Track daily tasks, hours, and materials like a pro.
• Operate fun toys (ahem… equipment) like mini excavators, skid steers, and compactors.
• Drive light-duty dump trucks and practice safetrailering methods.
• Keep tools, trucks, and the shop organized and ready to roll.
• Communicate with our production manager to keep every project running smoothly.

Required Experience:

• 2 years landscape installation
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record
• Ability to operate basic landscape equipment
• Ability to drive a light duty dump truck and have trailering experience

Ideal Qualifications and Skills:

• 3-5 years installation experience in Landscape Construction
• Strong communication skills (Spanish a big plus!).
• A passion for plants, teamwork, and creating beautiful spaces.
• A degree in horticulture or related fields is a bonus, not a requirement.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Yes

Physical Demands

The position requires various physical activities, including prolonged standing, walking, stooping, crawling, kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, reaching, grasping, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and handling. Other requirements include talking, hearing, depth perception, manual dexterity, and a wide field of vision. Candidates must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds.

Work Environment

The physical demands of this position include being exposed to various outdoor conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and humidity. You will encounter fluctuating weather patterns and work in both wet and dry environments. This role also involves frequent exposure to high noise levels from equipment and machinery, as well as vibrations from the use of power tools.

Additional environmental exposures include:

• Proximity to moving mechanical parts, such as lawn mowers, trimmers, and other landscaping equipment.
• Potential exposure to electrical hazards, particularly when working near or with electrical systems (e.g., lighting or irrigation systems).
• Atmospheric conditions, such as dust, pollen, and fumes from machinery, fertilizers, or chemicals, requiring proper safety measures.
• Risk of electrical shock when using certain power tools or working around electrical systems.
• Working on or near wet, slippery surfaces, or uneven terrain, which may increase the risk of slips and falls.
• Bee stings and other bug bites
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

Currin Outdoor Living is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Currin Outdoor Living complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

We’re not your average landscape company. We design and build premium outdoor environments with creativity, precision, and heart. You’ll be part of a team that celebrates the details, supports each other, and takes pride in turning every project into something exceptional.