Landscape Maintenance Lead - ESOP & Benefits

RJ Lawn Service, Inc.; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401(k) with company match

Uniforms provided

11 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday

17 PTO days

Job summary

RJ Lawn Service, Inc. is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader to supervise field crews on residential and commercial properties. You will ensure bed maintenance, pruning, mulching, and plant health care are performed to RJ standards while maintaining safety and efficiency on-site.

The role requires leadership, strong time management, and the ability to train crew members. Duties include schedule reviews, equipment checks, and daily reporting using iCREWtek.

Qualifications

• Background checks required and pre-employment drug screening.
• Ornamental Turf Applicator certification/license required.
• Valid Iowa driver’s license and ability to operate company vehicles.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on uneven terrain.
• Ability to read and understand technical information and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site Landscape Maintenance crew and enforce safety and quality standards.
• Review route schedule and confirm job locations and scope before departure.
• Clock crew in/out using iCREWtek and verify equipment/materials.
• Brief crew on tasks and communicate customer notes for each property.
• Inspect property on arrival and report issues with documentation photos when needed.
• Ensure bed maintenance, trimming, watering, and mulch work are completed per RJ standards.
• Record time and materials accurately in iCREWtek for each site.
• Walk properties to verify quality before leaving and coordinate with managers/customers.
• Report accidents or issues to the Landscape Maintenance Manager immediately.
• Perform end-of-day equipment cleanup and inventory tools monthly.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Team training

Reading technical info

Education

Ornamental Turf Applicator certification/license

Tools

iCREWtek

Bed maintenance equipment

Job description

RJ Lawn Service, Inc. is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader to supervise field crews on residential and commercial properties. You will ensure bed maintenance, pruning, mulching, and plant health care are performed to RJ standards while maintaining safety and efficiency on-site.

The role requires leadership, strong time management, and the ability to train crew members. Duties include schedule reviews, equipment checks, and daily reporting using iCREWtek.