Landscape Installation Crew Leader

Crabapple, Inc.; Mableton (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (HDHP & PPO)

Dental

Vision

401(k) with Match

PTO & Paid Holidays

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

Crabapple, Inc. in Mableton is seeking a Landscape Installation Crew Leader to lead crews on landscape installations. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in a similar role and be comfortable operating heavy equipment.

Responsibilities include overseeing installations of plants and hardscapes, training crew members, and maintaining communication with customers. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with match.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an Installation Foreman or similar role.
• Experience with installations of plants, shrubs, and hardscapes.
• Ability to read architectural drawings and use a laser level.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews on various landscape installations.
• Oversee drainage installs and hardscapes.
• Train crew members on best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Installation Techniques

Customer Communication

Heavy Equipment Operation

Tools

Vermeer Equipment

Skid Steer (Bobcat)

Excavator

2-cycle Equipment

Job description

Landscape Installation Crew Leader

Crabapple LandscapExperts is one of Atlanta's top 5 locally‑owned landscape companies. For over 30 years, we've partnered with HOAs, senior living communities, corporate campuses, multi‑family housing, and commercial properties across Metro Atlanta. We're looking for a motivated leader to run our landscape installation crews out of our Mableton and Alpharetta branches.

What You'll Do

• Lead and guide crews on plant, shrub, tree, sod, and ground cover installations
• Oversee drainage installs and hardscapes (stone, gravel, retaining walls, brick pavers)
• Direct grading, clearing, tree cutting and pruning, fencing, and decking work
• Train crew members on installation techniques and best practices
• Communicate with customers to understand their needs and resolve concerns
• Update the Director/VP of Enhancements on project progress and change orders
• Maintain the company vehicle and submit timesheets, debriefs, and inspection reports daily

What You Need

• 2+ years of experience as an Installation Foreman or similar role
• Experience installing shrubs, trees, sod, ground covers, and hardscapes
• Comfortable operating a Vermeer (power rake, trencher, grapple), skid steer (Bobcat), and excavator
• Comfortable with 2‑cycle equipment (chainsaw, brush cutter, shears)
• Working knowledge of irrigation installation and repair
• Ability to read architectural drawings and use a laser level
• Valid driver's license, 21 and over required; a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) will be run
• Comfortable working outdoors and lifting up to 80 lbs

Benefits

Medical (HDHP & PPO), Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Match, PTO & Paid Holidays, Life & Disability Insurance

Ready to lead a team and grow your career? Apply today!

Crabapple LandscapExperts is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and participates in E-Verify.