Maintenance Crew Leader - Landscape

The-Greenery,-Inc; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Greenery, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Crew Leader in the United States (Charleston area) to supervise and train a landscaping crew, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to company standards.

The role blends leadership with hands-on fieldwork and project coordination to deliver high-quality results. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day tasks, operating and maintaining landscape equipment, and serving as the main contact for clients and project managers while maintaining

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; landscaping experience preferred.
• Ability to supervise and mentor crew; strong communication skills.
• Experience operating lawn and landscape equipment and ensuring safety.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor crew in landscaping techniques, equipment use, and safety procedures.
• Perform and oversee landscaping and maintenance tasks (mowing, edging, pruning, mulching, planting, irrigation, weather-related tasks).
• Safely operate and maintain lawn and landscape equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers, etc.).
• Ensure crew members wear PPE and proper uniforms; keep tools and equipment in good condition.
• Serve as liaison between clients, supervisors, and project managers; provide updates and address concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Independent

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mowers

Trimmers

Irrigation tools

Hedge clippers

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The Maintenance Crew Leader is responsible for supervising and training crew members, ensuring that all maintenance and landscaping tasks are performed safely, efficiently, and to company standards. This role combines leadership, hands‑on field work, project coordination, and client communication to deliver high-quality results and exceptional customer service.

Core Values

1. Culture of Safety – Safety is always job #1


2. A Growing Tradition Plants, Personally, Financially and Professionally


3. Employee Owned – Personal Pride in Success with an Owners Mentality


4. Exceptional Customer Experience – Delighting our Clients with our Products and Services


5. Good Neighbors – Community Pride – Sharing our Success


6. Respectability – Treating Others as we want to be treated

Duties/Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor crew members in landscaping techniques, equipment use, and safety procedures.


• Perform and oversee landscaping and maintenance tasks, including mowing, edging, trimming, mulching, planting, pruning, irrigation, snow removal, and general property upkeep.


• Safely operate and maintain lawn and landscape equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers, hedge clippers, sprayers, trucks, trailers, etc.).


• Ensure crew members wear proper uniforms and safety equipment (PPE) at all times.


• Keep trucks, tools, and equipment clean, presentable, and in good working order.


• Serve as a point of contact between clients, supervisors, and project managers.


• Provide updates, address concerns, and ensure customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of landscaping tools, equipment, and maintenance practices.


• Ability to operate mowers (zero-turn, push), trimmers, blowers, edgers, chainsaws, and irrigation tools.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Reliable transportation to and from the shop.


• High school diploma or equivalent; prior experience in landscaping highly preferred.


• At least 1 year of supervisory experience preferred.

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent desired


• Previous outside construction, landscape, or similar field experience


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must


• 6 months commercial landscape experience preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

• Regular attendance and reliability, including the ability to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed.


• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.


• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, wind, humidity).

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.

Job descriptions are not intended and do not create employment contracts.