Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader

Exscape Group; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Exscape Group in Ohio is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader who will supervise a crew performing mowing, trimming, pruning and seasonal cleanups to maintain high-quality outdoor spaces. You will organize daily work, assign tasks, ensure safety, and communicate with clients on-site while coordinating with supervisors on project needs.

Candidates should have hands-on landscape experience, a valid driver’s license, and a willingness to work outdoors in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Lead and perform routine property care and enhancement tasks.
• Manage plant health, seasonal care, and basic horticultural practices.
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot irrigation systems for efficient water use.
• Understand plans, interpret drawings, and support installation work.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily landscape maintenance tasks including mowing, trimming, pruning, mulching.
• Plan and organize crew schedules, assign tasks, and ensure timely completion.
• Enforce safety standards and proper equipment use on-site.
• Monitor irrigation systems and coordinate with supervisors on project needs.
• Train crew members in techniques and communicate professionally with clients.

Skills

Landscape maintenance

Gardening

Irrigation

Landscape design basics

Crew leadership

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Description Exscape Group is a landscape design and maintenance company that creates distinctive outdoor living spaces for residential and commercial properties. With decades of experience, the team emphasizes craftsmanship, operational transparency, and financial discipline in delivering high-quality results. Services range from custom landscape design to year-round maintenance, combining innovation with reliability to support families, businesses, and communities. Exscape Group values hardworking, passionate individuals who enjoy creativity, teamwork, and pride in their work. The company offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and supportive environment for both experienced professionals and those new to the field.
Role Description The Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader is a full-time, on-site role based in Gahanna, OH. This position is responsible for leading a crew in daily landscape maintenance activities, including mowing, trimming, pruning, mulching, and seasonal cleanups to maintain high-quality outdoor environments. The crew leader organizes work schedules, assigns tasks, and ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards. Additional responsibilities include monitoring irrigation systems, coordinating with supervisors on project needs, training crew members on proper techniques and equipment use, and communicating professionally with clients on-site. The role requires consistent hands-on work in outdoor conditions and a strong focus on safety, teamwork, and attention to detail.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in landscape maintenance and landscaping to lead and perform routine property care and enhancement tasks.
• Candidates should possess skills in gardening to manage plant health, seasonal care, and basic horticultural practices.
• Candidates should possess skills in irrigation to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot irrigation systems for efficient water use.
• Candidates should possess skills in landscape design basics to understand plans, interpret drawings, and support installation work.
• Previous experience leading a landscape or outdoor services crew is highly beneficial.
• Ability to operate and maintain landscape equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers, etc.) safely and effectively.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate tasks and provide clear direction to team members.
• Capacity to perform physically demanding work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant certifications in landscaping or horticulture are a plus.