Landscape Operations Lead

A Safe Haven; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A Safe Haven Landscaping is seeking a supervising landscaper to coordinate crew activities in Chicago, IL. This role oversees mowing, mulching, pruning, and other grounds maintenance tasks on multiple sites.

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, a valid Illinois driver’s license, and a background in landscaping. Weekend work may be required, and the position pays hourly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or 1–3 months related experience/training, or equivalent
• Valid Illinois driver’s license
• 3 years’ landscaping experience (preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Monitor team to ensure work quality
• Maintain composure in difficult situations
• Manage own time and others’ time
• Observe safety and security procedures
• Use lawn equipment and cutting tools properly
• Saturday work hours may be required

Responsibilities

• Directs activities of workers who perform mowing turf, mulching, weed control, trash removal, and tree/shrub installation/pruning.
• Monitors project activities to ensure instructions are followed, deadlines met, and schedules maintained.
• Manages inventory of tools, equipment, or materials to ensure supplies are available.
• Ensures all equipment is maintained and in usable condition.
• Trains, motivates, develops, and directs team as they work.
• Evaluates each team member to provide career development feedback.
• Monitors/assesses performance to improve or take corrective action.
• Transports crew members to different job sites in assigned vehicles.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team supervision

Time management

Safety awareness

Equipment handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Lawn mowing equipment

Chain saw

Cutting tools

Job description

A Safe Haven Landscaping is seeking a supervising landscaper to coordinate crew activities in Chicago, IL. This role oversees mowing, mulching, pruning, and other grounds maintenance tasks on multiple sites.

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, a valid Illinois driver’s license, and a background in landscaping. Weekend work may be required, and the position pays hourly.