Lead Gardener & Landscape Team Lead

Plant Theory Landscaping; Marquette (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Plant Theory Landscaping in Michigan seeks a Lead Gardener to oversee residential and commercial sites, applying hands-on horticulture knowledge and customer service focus. You will guide the crew daily, implement policy, and ensure tasks meet quality and safety standards while maintaining strong client relationships.

Responsibilities include supervision, on-site coordination, and delivering tidy sites with completed tools and clear next steps for future work.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license.
• Strong understanding of tools and plant materials.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication and customer service.
• Ability to lead and assign tasks within a team.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and professionally about job progress.
• Supervise crew and ensure proper use and return of equipment.
• Perform hands-on tasks such as weeding, pruning, planting, mulching.
• Move materials and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Relay job details, schedule, safety, and quality of work.
• Keep the site tidy and prepare for future work.

Skills

Driver's License

Multitasking

Communication

Time Management

Teamwork

Job description

Plant Theory Landscaping in Michigan seeks a Lead Gardener to oversee residential and commercial sites, applying hands-on horticulture knowledge and customer service focus. You will guide the crew daily, implement policy, and ensure tasks meet quality and safety standards while maintaining strong client relationships.

Responsibilities include supervision, on-site coordination, and delivering tidy sites with completed tools and clear next steps for future work.