What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Crew Leader position at Groundsman LLC?
Landscape Crew Leader – Starting at $26/hr
About Us:
We are a detail-focused landscaping company specializing in residential projects. Our goal is to provide high-quality results without rushing. We are looking for a Landscape Foreman (Crew Lead) to manage and guide our team, ensuring that every project meets our high standards. If you are a skilled landscaper with leadership experience and a commitment to excellence, we want you on our team.
What You’ll Get Working With Us:
- Competitive Pay: Starting at $26/hr.
- Leadership Role: Manage a crew and take ownership of project success.
- Long Weekends: We work Monday to Thursday (10-hour shifts) with Fridays off.
- Year-Round Employment: Full-time work, including snow removal duties in winter.
- Support and Comfort: We provide drinks, snacks, and gear to make workdays easier.
- Opportunities for Growth: Advance your career with continued opportunities for higher-level leadership roles.
- Team-Oriented Culture: Lead a team that emphasizes precision, teamwork, and quality workmanship.
Your Responsibilities:
- You will be working hands-on along side your crew to complete projects.
- Oversee landscape projects, including rock/mulch removal, planting, and sod installation.
- Manage and direct crew members to ensure efficient project completion.
- Monitor quality control, ensuring all work meets company standards.
- Coordinate daily tasks, timelines, and material handling.
- Train and mentor crew members to improve their skills and productivity.
- Operate and maintain equipment, ensuring proper usage and safety compliance.
- Communicate effectively with clients, supervisors, and team members regarding project progress.
Qualifications:
- Previous leadership experience in landscaping, construction, or a related field required.
- Strong knowledge of landscaping tasks, including plant and sod installation, dirt work, and equipment operation.
- Ability to lift and carry materials (up to 100 lbs) and perform physical labor in varying weather conditions.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to our shop in Saint Joseph.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week
Benefits:
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- No weekends
- Year round work
Application Question(s):
- Describe your experience managing a crew of laborers. Give details about the type of work and projects you were on. What were your responsibilities as the crew leader/foreman/supervisor?
- What are your strengths as a leader?
- Please write "Groundsman" in the response to this question.
- Describe your experience in landscaping.
- Why do you want to work in the landscaping industry? What do you enjoy about it?
- What made you apply to Groundsman? What interests you most in this position?
Experience:
- Management: 1 year (Required)
- Landscaping: 1 year (Required)
- Snow Removal: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26