Maintenance Crew Lead

MOTHER & SON LAWN CARE LLC; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

A lawn care service provider in Massachusetts is seeking a licensed Maintenance Crew Lead to manage daily landscaping operations and lead a small crew. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of landscaping experience, strong crew leadership skills, and all required licenses. This full-time role is seasonal, running primarily from March through November, with opportunities for winter on-call work as needed, offering a competitive hourly rate and performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years professional landscaping experience.
• Proven crew leadership experience is essential.
• Must have an active DOT Medical Card and Massachusetts Pesticide Applicator License.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small crew on daily maintenance routes.
• Execute lawn maintenance, edging, and property care.
• Maintain daily production targets aligned with company standards.

Skills

Landscaping experience

Crew leadership

Time management

Equipment operation

Tools

Commercial landscaping equipment

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Mother & Son Lawn Care LLC – Worcester, MA Full-Time (Primary Season) | Seasonal Employment Model

Mother & Son Lawn Care LLC is seeking a licensed, production-focused Maintenance Crew Lead to manage daily maintenance operations and lead a small crew during our active landscaping season.

This is a leadership role for someone who operates with accountability, efficiency, and professional standards. We are building a disciplined, performance-driven team aligned with long-term growth and operational excellence.

Compensation

$27 – $30 per hour (Based on licensing, leadership ability, production efficiency, and overall performance.)

Performance-based bonus opportunities available.

Employment Structure

Full-time during active production season (approximately March through November, weather dependent).

If sufficient full-time work is not available, a seasonal layoff will occur in December.

Winter work (snow operations and limited services) is weather-dependent and not guaranteed.

Employees must be willing to participate in winter on-call operations to maintain priority consideration for spring rehire.

Spring rehire decisions are based on attendance reliability, production efficiency, work quality, professionalism, and winter availability/responsiveness.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Holidays (during active season)
• Massachusetts-compliant Sick Time
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Telehealth Access
• Health & Wellness Discounts
• Identity Theft Protection Benefits
• Financial Wellness Coaching
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage
• Workers’ Compensation Coverage
• Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities

Benefits apply during active employment and are subject to company eligibility requirements.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead 1–3 crew members on daily maintenance routes
• Execute lawn maintenance, edging, trimming, and detailed property care
• Care for garden beds including shrubbery, plants, soil care, and overall property appearance
• Perform occasional pet waste clean-up as needed
• Apply fertilizer and pesticide treatments in compliance with Massachusetts regulations
• Maintain daily production targets aligned with company labor-hour standards
• Conduct equipment inspections and enforce safety compliance
• Assist project crews when needed, including landscaping projects, junk removals, and power washing
• Represent the company professionally with clients and on job sites

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years professional landscaping experience
• Proven crew leadership experience
• Active DOT Medical Card (required)
• Active Massachusetts Pesticide Applicator License (required)
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Experience operating commercial landscaping equipment
• Strong time management and accountability skills
• Willingness to work within a structured seasonal layoff model

Application Process

• All applicants must:
• Complete our employment application: https://form.jotform.com/243258182476160
• Submit confirmation of required licenses (DOT Medical Card & Pesticide Applicator License as well as any others you may possess), leadership experience details, and professional references to:

HR Department: [e-mail]

Applications will not be considered without both the completed form and required documentation.

Serious applicants only. We are hiring for reliability, professionalism, and long-term team stability.