Lead Landscape Maintenance Crew & Driver

Russell Landscape; Largo, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Russell Landscape in Largo, FL is seeking an experienced Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader & Driver to lead a small crew and drive to job sites. The role requires hands-on leadership, horticultural knowledge, and strong communication with clients and management.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in landscape maintenance, 2+ in leadership, and a valid license. The company provides health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of landscape maintenance experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (required).
• Proven experience driving trucks and towing trailers with equipment.
• Strong knowledge of landscape maintenance practices, plant care, and irrigation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans and schedules.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a crew of 2-5 landscape maintenance workers.
• Operate and drive trucks and trailers to transport crew, tools, and materials to and from job sites.
• Ensure all maintenance tasks (mowing, trimming, pruning, weeding, fertilizing, etc.) are performed to company and industry standards.
• Train and mentor crew members in proper landscape maintenance techniques and safety procedures.
• Monitor job progress and ensure timely completion of daily assignments.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and ensure safe and legal operation of vehicles and equipment.
• Communicate with clients and management regarding job status, concerns, or special requests.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent on site.

Skills

Leadership

Landscape maintenance

Reading site plans

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Russell Landscape in Largo, FL is seeking an experienced Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader & Driver to lead a small crew and drive to job sites. The role requires hands-on leadership, horticultural knowledge, and strong communication with clients and management.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in landscape maintenance, 2+ in leadership, and a valid license. The company provides health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and equipment.