Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader

Angelo's Landscape Group; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Optional Accident Insurance

Simple IRA

Job summary

Angelo's Landscape Group in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader to oversee a team performing general landscape maintenance tasks. This role includes responsibilities such as leading the crew, ensuring safety standards, and maintaining equipment.

The ideal candidate will possess leadership experience, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and staff. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a competitive hourly pay. Join us to grow in your landscaping career!

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in landscape maintenance preferred.
• Proficiency in supervising teams using landscape equipment.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Landscape Maintenance Crew to perform landscaping tasks.
• Ensure safety policies are followed while performing assigned tasks.
• Communicate effectively with managers and customers regarding job scopes.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work in adverse weather conditions

Ability to function in a high-paced environment

Customer interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Landscape equipment

Job description

Job Summary:

Angelo's Landscape Group is looking for an individual with a primary purpose to lead a Landscape Maintenance Crew. This position will perform general scheduled landscape maintenance tasks while supervising their team – making sure the tasks are completed in a safe manner while meeting or exceeding Angelo’s standards of quality, production, and customer service.

Job Functions:

The following tasks may include, but are not limited to:

• Perform assigned landscaping tasks in accordance with project requirements and the scope of work in a timely manner. Typical projects include, but are not limited to: Grass mowing, string trimming, edging, pruning of plants & trees, weed pulling, trash removal, herbicide spraying, mulch spreading, and some occasional planting of plants, trees, and sod.
• Communicate with Account Managers regarding specific job scope, property details, & client needs, and reporting back to them upon completion of assigned work.
• Promoting a safe work environment; understanding and modeling company safety policies, proper use of PPE and procedures and report any accidents and/or unsafe conditions to management immediately.
• Supervise the proper and safe operation of truck and trailer, mowing equipment, and hand tools. Ensure all equipment is secured at all times in the truck and trailer, on the job site, and at the shop at the end of the day.
• Perform basic level preventative maintenance on equipment such as checking fluid levels, air filters, tire pressure, etc.
• Ensure that assigned crew members perform the duties of the day’s work to Angelo’s and industry standards by continued on‑site training & instruction.
• Report any damage to company equipment or job site property in a timely manner.
• Work all assigned hours; confirm that assigned crew time worked is accurate according to time reporting procedures. Report any discrepancies to your manager.
• Interact with managers, customers, crew members, and peers in a professional and courteous manner, and demonstrate appropriate dress and conduct to Angelo’s expectations at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities for the Job:

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead, develop, and train a team.
• Excellent organizational skills for effective resource management and project execution.
• A positive, can‑do attitude, a desire to grow within the company, and a commitment to teamwork and excellence are required.
• Work in adverse weather conditions.
• Pass pre‑employment drug screen and Background check.
• Capability of learning quickly with ease.
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced environment.

Compensation:

This position is paid an hourly payrate and, at the discretion of the Employer, may include bonuses and/or extra compensation based on performance of the employee. Pay is competitive to the industry's standard.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Optional Accident, Short‑term Disability and Cancer Insurance
• Simple IRA

Hours of Work:

• 40+ hours per week (Monday - Friday) and may include Saturdays.
• Daily operation hours are from 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
• Overtime work may be offered, but not mandated.

Education and Experience:

• At least 2 years’ experience performing landscape maintenance and related tasks preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience supervising and coaching teams of 2 or more in using landscape equipment, tools, and techniques.
• Experience maintaining equipment and enforcing safety policies and procedures (PPE).
• Ability to handle the workload and physical demands of the job.
• Interact and communicate effectively with others in a professional and courteous manner.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License – (Required)