Lead Landscaper

Onni Group; Burbank, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks PTO

401(k) match

Annual education allowance

Referral program

Housing discount

Friends and family rates

Job summary

Onni is seeking a Lead Landscaper to manage a small crew across multiple properties. You will prioritize projects, assign daily routes, and work hands-on with the team on landscaping tasks and irrigation system maintenance.

The role requires 1–3 years leading landscaping teams, a valid driver’s license, and proven irrigation repair experience. Strong leadership and bilingual abilities are a plus. Onni offers comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience leading a landscaping team.
• Must possess a current, valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing irrigation systems (controllers, valves, drip systems, backflow devices).
• Ability to operate standard landscaping tools and equipment safely.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to train and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct a crew across multiple properties and tasks.
• Prioritize projects and assign daily work tasks to optimize labor and equipment usage.
• Participate hands-on in execution of all work orders with the crew.
• Train, mentor, and educate crew in landscaping practices, irrigation, and safety protocols.
• Monitor crew performance and provide feedback to management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Irrigation knowledge

Safety awareness

Team mentoring

Tools

Irrigation tools

Sprinkler systems

Backflow devices

Job description

**Job Description:**The Lead Landscaper is responsible for managing the landscaping team and overseeing the daily operations multiple properties, parcels, and outdoor areas. This position prioritizes projects, assigns work tasks, and participates hands-on in daily lawn and landscaping functions and equipment operation alongside the team. The Lead Landscaper takes ownership of irrigation system performance, plant health, crew scheduling, work order completion, and site quality control, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standard.**Perks and Benefits:**When you feel good, you do good. At Onni we put your health at the forefront and give you the choice to select a benefits package that best represents you. From no cost to $19, or $103 per pay our PPO, HSA and HMO have you covered. In addition, we offer:* 3 weeks PTO* 401(k) match* Annual education allowance of up to $1,000* Referral program* Residential housing discount after 1 year of continuous employment* Friends and family rates for our Hotel Properties throughout the company**What You Will Do*** Manage and direct a crew of 2–3 landscaping technicians and groundskeepers across assigned properties* Prioritize projects and assign daily work tasks and routes, ensuring efficient use of labor, time, and equipment* Participate hands-on in the execution of all work orders alongside crew members* Train, mentor, and actively educate crew members in proper landscaping practices, irrigation practices and repairs, and safety protocols* Monitor crew performance, provide management with employee performance feedback, and recommend corrective action or disciplinary measures when performance issues arise; final approval and issuance of any disciplinary action rests with the Operations Manager* Provide consistent, timely updates to management using established company communication processes, including company-provided smartphone applications* Diagnose and repair irrigation system issues, including valves, controllers, sprinkler heads, drip lines, pipe connections, timers, and backflow devices* Perform routine irrigation audits and adjust watering schedules seasonally to optimize plant health and conserve water* Manage and complete the daily production schedule for assigned sites, across multiple properties, parcels, or common areas, with the highest quality standards* Take ownership of assigned work through completion, ensuring quality and deadlines are met, and escalate delays, obstacles, or resource needs to management in a timely manner* Conduct regular site walkthroughs and inspections to identify issues before they escalate* Always interact with clients and vendors in a professional and positive manner* Maintain and promote the health and growth of trees, shrubs, flowers, turf, and other plant material* Diagnose plant health issues (pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies) and implement corrective treatments* Oversee pruning, trimming, mulching, fertilization, seasonal planting, and turf care programs* Operate all standard landscaping equipment, tools, and vehicles, including trucks and trailers, in a safe manner* Maintain assigned equipment and tools in good working order and report deficiencies to the Operations team.* Enforce safety protocols and PPE requirements across the crew, and ensure proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed* Complete work orders and maintain electronic record-keeping for each project using company-provided smartphone applications (Prism)* Properly document and track expenses for all jobs, and assist with procurement of materials as needed* Create, read, and execute basic field reports and job directions* Perform other work-related duties as assigned**What You Bring*** 1–3 years of experience leading a landscaping team, with demonstrated experience in commercial or residential landscaping* Must possess a current, valid driver's license with a driving record acceptable under the company's insurance requirements; must have experience safely driving a landscaping truck and trailer* Demonstrated experience diagnosing and repairing irrigation systems (controllers, valves, drip systems, backflow devices)* Must have experience operating all standard landscaping-related tools and equipment* Strong working knowledge of plant material, turf care, and regional growing conditions* Ability to create, read, and execute basic field reports and job directions* Ability to work independently, manage multiple sites, and complete daily activities according to a work schedule with minimal supervision* Strong communication and leadership skills; able to train, mentor, and motivate a small team* Ability to use and learn company-provided smartphone applications for scheduling and record-keeping* Must speak fluent English; bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus but not required* Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions* Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency* Irrigation certification (e.g., Certified Irrigation Technician or equivalent)* Pesticide/herbicide application license or certificationOnni Properties, LLC (“Onni”) will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, and other local ordinance, as applicable. You do need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Onni is concerned about a conviction or convictions that is/are directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction(s), provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. A criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship upon certain job duties of this employment position, and such criminal history may result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. These job duties are:* Train, mentor, and actively educate crew members in proper landscaping practices, irrigation practices and repairs, and safety protocols* Always interact with clients and vendors in a professional and positive manner* Enforce safety protocols and PPE requirements across the crew, and ensure proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followedFind out more about the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance at https://opportunity.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FCO-FAQ-Final-Updated-with-Recommendations.pdf. Find out more about the California Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fai Chance Act webpage: https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/**Salary Range:**$25.00 - $26.00**About The Company:****Onni**For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.**AI Use:**This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.**How To Apply:***Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.**We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.*