Landscaper- Team Lead

Vertical Health Services; Kansas City (MO); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

$100 to $150/month company HSA

Daily Pay option

401(k) retirement plan

Employer-paid life insurance (1xannual

Personal day benefit

Flexible scheduling options

Career development and advancement

Descripción de la vacante

Cross Country Properties seeks a Team Lead Landscaper to manage outdoor grounds, ensure appearance and safety, and supervise mowing, planting, and irrigation tasks across properties. This role requires hands-on leadership, adherence to standards, and the ability to coordinate seasonal projects.

The position involves operating a range of landscaping equipment, maintaining irrigation, and ensuring compliance with safety guidelines while delivering high-quality groundskeeping results.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of landscaping, groundskeeping, or related outdoor maintenance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of plants, lawn care practices, and landscaping techniques.
• Ability to safely operate landscaping equipment and tools.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Mow lawns, trim hedges, shrubs, and trees.
• Plant flowers, trees, shrubs, and other vegetation.
• Apply mulch, fertilizer, and soil amendments as needed.
• Remove weeds and maintain flower beds and landscaped areas.
• Operate landscaping equipment including lawnmowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge cutters.
• Perform irrigation system inspections and minor repairs.
• Collect and remove debris, leaves, and litter from grounds.
• Assist with seasonal tasks such as snow removal, leaf cleanup, and planting projects.
• Follow safety procedures and properly maintain landscaping tools and equipment.
• Report equipment malfunctions, hazards, and maintenance needs to management.
• Ensure all work is completed according to quality and productivity standards.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Reliability & punctuality

Teamwork & collaboration

Safety awareness

Time management

Strong work ethic

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Irrigation systems

Commercial landscaping equipment

Pesticide/herbicide certification

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary

Team lead Landscaper, responsible for maintaining the appearance, health, and safety of outdoor grounds and landscaped areas. This lead position performs a variety of landscaping andgroundskeeping tasks including mowing, trimming, planting, irrigation maintenance, and seasonal cleanup to ensure properties remain attractive, functional, and compliant with company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Mow lawns, trim hedges, shrubs, and trees.
• Plant flowers, trees, shrubs, and other vegetation.
• Apply mulch, fertilizer, and soil amendments as needed.
• Remove weeds and maintain flower beds and landscaped areas.
• Operate landscaping equipment including lawnmowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge cutters.
• Perform irrigation system inspections and minor repairs.
• Collect and remove debris, leaves, and litter from grounds.
• Assist with seasonal tasks such as snow removal, leaf cleanup, and planting projects.
• Follow safety procedures and properly maintain landscaping tools and equipment.
• Report equipment malfunctions, hazards, and maintenance needs to management.
• Ensure all work is completed according to quality and productivity standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $100 to $150/month company HSA contribution
• Daily Pay option
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employer-paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
• Personal day benefit
• Flexible scheduling options
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of landscaping, groundskeeping, or related outdoor maintenance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of plants, lawn care practices, and landscaping techniques.
• Ability to safely operate landscaping equipment and tools.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and humidity.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with irrigation systems.
• Experience operating commercial landscaping equipment.
• Knowledge of plant identification and care.
• Pesticide or herbicide application certification (if required by state/local regulations).

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Reliability and punctuality
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Safety awareness
• Time management
• Strong work ethic

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage
• Overtime opportunities (where applicable)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement savings plan
• Training and career development opportunities