Landscape Maintenance Crew Team Leader

Air Comfort, Inc; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-round, stable employment

Well-organized routes

High standards and professional team environment

Opportunity for growth into higher leadership roles

Job summary

A landscaping services company is looking for an experienced Mowing Crew Leader in Lorton, Virginia. The role involves leading a skilled team responsible for maintaining high-quality lawn care throughout the year, including mowing, leaf removal, and seasonal services. Candidates must have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a strong commitment to efficiency and quality. This year-round position offers stability and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mowing or landscape maintenance experience.
• Prior crew leader experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mowing patterns, heights, and turf care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a mowing crew on a scheduled weekly route.
• Perform and oversee mowing, trimming, edging, and blowing.
• Ensure each property meets quality standards before leaving.

Skills

Mowing or landscape maintenance experience

Crew leadership

Knowledge of mowing patterns

Ability to work efficiently

Experience with commercial mowers

Team-oriented

Job description

Mowing Crew Leader

Overview

J&J Landscape Management is seeking an experienced Mowing Crew Leader to run a dedicated weekly mowing route. This is a hands‑on leadership role focused on efficiency, consistency, and delivering clean, professional‑looking properties.

This is a year‑round position, with mowing during the growing season and transition to leaf removal, cleanups, and other seasonal services in the fall and winter.

The ideal candidate moves with urgency, leads by example, and takes pride in producing sharp, well‑maintained properties every day.

Responsibilities

• Lead a mowing crew on a scheduled weekly route
• Perform and oversee mowing, trimming, edging, and blowing
• Ensure each property meets J&J quality standards before leaving
• Complete all route stops within budgeted man‑hours
• Maintain consistent mowing patterns and professional lawn appearance
• Transition to leaf removal, cleanups, and seasonal services as needed
• Load, operate, and maintain commercial mowing equipment
• Conduct daily truck and equipment inspections
• Keep truck, trailer, and equipment clean and organized
• Train crew members on efficiency and proper techniques
• Communicate delays, issues, or property concerns to management

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mowing or landscape maintenance experience
• Prior crew leader experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of mowing patterns, heights, and turf care
• Ability to work quickly without sacrificing quality
• Experience operating commercial mowers and equipment
• Valid driver’s license and ability to tow a trailer
• Reliable, punctual, and team‑oriented

What Success Looks Like

• Crew rolls out on time every morning
• Route is completed efficiently with no missed stops
• Lawns are cleanly cut, well‑striped, and consistent week to week
• Properties look sharp and professionally maintained year‑round
• Equipment is maintained and ready daily

Why Join J&J

• Year‑round, stable employment
• Well‑organized routes and clear expectations
• High standards and professional team environment
• Opportunity to grow into higher leadership roles