Mowing Crew Leader

HR Direct USA; Missouri; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Direct USA, LLC is seeking a dependable Mowing Crew Leader in Saint Louis, MO to oversee daily lawn maintenance activities. This hands-on leadership role directs crew members, operates commercial equipment, and ensures safety and quality standards on each property.

You will assign tasks, train crew, monitor work, and participate in seasonal services such as leaf and snow removal. Valid Missouri Class E license required; strong communication and reliability essential.

Qualifications

• One year of mowing, landscaping, or grounds-maintenance experience.
• Experience leading or training crew members preferred.
• Valid Missouri Class E driver's license.
• Knowledge of lawn-maintenance tools and standard work practices.
• Ability to operate commercial mowing equipment, vehicles, and hand/power tools.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependable, punctual and committed to quality work.
• Ability to work independently while directing others.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside crew members in mowing and lawn-maintenance services.
• Assign daily tasks and coordinate crew activities to support efficient completion of scheduled work.
• Operate commercial lawn mowing equipment, line trimmers, backpack blowers, hand tools, power tools, and other landscaping equipment.
• Train crew members on safe equipment operation, proper work methods, and company expectations.
• Monitor work quality and ensure customer properties are left clean, professional, and free of debris.
• Perform routine cleanup, including removal of trash, grass clippings, leaves, and other debris.
• Conduct basic equipment inspections and report maintenance or repair needs promptly.
• Follow established safety procedures and ensure crew members use PPE appropriately.
• Communicate job progress, property concerns, equipment issues, and staffing needs to management.
• Assist with seasonal services, including leaf removal and snow removal, as needed.
• Maintain dependable attendance and arrive prepared for scheduled work.
• Perform other related grounds-maintenance duties as assigned.

Skills

Lawn mowing

Leadership

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

Driver's license (Missouri Class E)

Tools

Lawn maintenance tools

Job description

Saint Louis, United States

Seeking a dependable and experienced Mowing Crew Leader to oversee daily lawn maintenance activities. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for directing crew members, operating commercial equipment, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside crew members in completing mowing and general lawn-maintenance services.
  
• Assign daily tasks and coordinate crew activities to support efficient completion of scheduled work.
  
• Operate commercial lawn mowers, line trimmers, backpack blowers, hand tools, power tools, and other landscaping equipment.
  
• Train crew members on safe equipment operation, proper work methods, and company expectations.
  
• Monitor work quality and ensure customer properties are left clean, professional, and free of debris.
  
• Perform routine cleanup, including the removal of trash, grass clippings, leaves, and other debris from landscaped areas.
  
• Conduct basic equipment inspections and report maintenance or repair needs promptly.
  
• Follow established safety procedures and ensure crew members use equipment and personal protective equipment appropriately.
  
• Communicate job progress, property concerns, equipment issues, and staffing needs to management.
  
• Assist with seasonal services, including leaf removal and snow removal, as needed.
  
• Maintain dependable attendance and arrive prepared for scheduled work.
  
• Perform other related grounds-maintenance duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

• At least one year of mowing, landscaping, grounds-maintenance, or related outdoor work experience.
  
• Previous experience leading or training crew members preferred.
  
• Valid Missouri Class E driver's license.
  
• Knowledge of lawn-maintenance tools, equipment, materials, and standard work practices.
  
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate commercial mowing equipment, vehicles, trailers, power tools, and hand tools.
  
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
  
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to completing quality work.
  
• Ability to work independently while providing clear direction to others.
  
• Ability to identify and report safety concerns, equipment issues, and property conditions.
  
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening.
  

Requirements

• At least one year of mowing, landscaping, grounds-maintenance, or related outdoor work experience.
  
• Previous experience leading or training crew members is preferred.
  
• Valid Missouri Class E driver's license.
  
• Knowledge of lawn-maintenance tools, equipment, materials, and standard work practices.
  
• Ability to operate commercial mowing equipment safely and efficiently, vehicles, trailers, power tools, and hand tools.
  
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
  
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to completing quality work.
  
• Ability to work independently while providing clear direction to others.
  
• Ability to identify and report safety concerns, equipment issues, and property conditions.
  
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening.
  

HR Direct USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.