Team Lead - Landscaping & Irrigation

The Grounds Guys, a Neighborly Company; Hastings (FL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

The Grounds Guys, a Neighborly Company, is looking for a Landscaping Leader specializing in Irrigation in Hastings, Florida. This role involves managing field operations, organizing the team, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Candidates must have prior experience in irrigation or landscaping and be willing to obtain necessary certifications. The pay ranges from $19.00 to $23.00 per hour based on experience, with additional pay available for those with an irrigation license.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in irrigation, landscaping, or lawn service.
• Knowledge of installation of irrigation components.
• Willingness to obtain necessary certifications within six months.
• Clean driving history and ability to drive a trailer.

Responsibilities

• Manage job sites and ensure quality control.
• Organize team routes and schedules.
• Support team with solutions for staff issues.
• Prepare all tasks for the next workday.
• Lead maintenance and landscaping teams.

Skills

Leadership in landscaping teams

Customer service

Problem solving

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

At Ground Guys, we’re more than just “the lawn guy.” We’re a dedicated team of lawn care and landscaping experts that know how to make a great first impression. From the professional appearance of our crews to the attention to detail we give every job, we stand by our Neighborly Done Right Promise every time.

We are searching for a Landscaping Leader with an emphasis on Irrigation. As the company grows, you will have the opportunity to progress into a higher-level role.

Is this right for you?

Your qualities:

• You possess an irrigation license (more pay).
• You are passionate about serving others, including your crew, the customers, and the community.
• Dealing with staffing issues is part of the job, and you take it on as a challenge to assist in retaining the best crews.
• You see customer service issues as an opportunity to turn every customer into a raving fan.
• You pride yourself on communication and are exceptional at getting the work done no matter what it takes.

Your Responsibilities as a Landscaping and Irrigation Team Lead

• Manage the field – you are the boots on the ground and you walk job sites, check for quality control, and ensure equipment is maintained.
• Organize the team – structure routes, manage employee schedules, keep crew members organized and on task.
• Support the team – find solutions for staff issues and provide necessary training.
• Wrap up and prepare for the next day – ensure all tasks are completed and ready for the following day.
• Lead one of the maintenance and/or landscaping teams as we build our irrigation division.

How We Measure Success

• Attendance: Set the example in attendance for the team.
• Budget vs Actual Hours: Manage time planned and spent at each job to maintain profitability.
• Return Rates: Ensure quality control to reduce need for rework.
• Crew Retention: Maintain a healthy team environment and accountability to reduce turnover.
• Customer Retention: Build relationships and deliver exceptional service.
• Full Utilization of Software & Processes: Use tools to enable the above.

Job Requirements for Landscaping/Irrigation Team Lead

• Prior experience in irrigation, landscaping, lawn service, or a similar service industry is critical for leading a team.
• Must know how to install pipe, heads, valves, wire, controller, and sensors, and be able to operate basic equipment safely.
• Willingness to complete required certifications and licenses within six months if not already obtained.
• Clean driving history with experience driving a trailer.

Benefits & Pay

The pay range for this position is $19.00 to $23.00 per hour, depending on experience in irrigation, lawn care or landscaping, and team leadership. More pay is available if you possess an irrigation license.