Lead Landscape Maintenance & Field Ops Manager

Back to Nature Home & Garden; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Back to Nature Home and Garden seeks a Maintenance Production Manager to oversee daily field operations for high-end residential landscapes in New Jersey. You will coordinate maintenance crews, ensure safety and quality, and collaborate with Design and Construction to support post-installation hand-offs.

The role is full-time salaried, requires 3–5 years managing landscape maintenance crews, knowledge of irrigation systems, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years experience managing field crews in landscape maintenance.
• Turf care and mow management of multiple crews is strongly desired.
• Strong knowledge of plant identification, pruning, irrigation systems, and equipment operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Aspire software experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with Smart Irrigation Systems (Hydrawise preferred).
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime as needed.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Procure and coordinate materials, labor, and equipment for maximum efficiency.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure safety, quality, and budget standards.
• Instruct daily activities and productivity of maintenance crews.
• Ensure proper execution of company policies, procedures, and work standards across all job sites.
• Provide clear daily instructions and schedules to crew leaders.
• Review and verify job reports for accuracy.
• Maintain up-to-date records of crew members and jobsite assignments.
• Conduct site walkthroughs with Account Managers to ensure work meets expectations and highlight enhancement opportunities.
• Troubleshoot irrigation issues and resolve customer service concerns effectively.
• Prepare and implement best practices for the maintenance and care of landscape installations.
• Assist in the development of new techniques and procedures to improve field efficiency and overall service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Spanish (bonus)

Tools

Aspire software

Hydrawise

Job description

Back to Nature Home and Garden seeks a Maintenance Production Manager to oversee daily field operations for high-end residential landscapes in New Jersey. You will coordinate maintenance crews, ensure safety and quality, and collaborate with Design and Construction to support post-installation hand-offs.

The role is full-time salaried, requires 3–5 years managing landscape maintenance crews, knowledge of irrigation systems, and strong leadership.