Garden Services Team Lead

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about plants and landscaping? As our Garden Services Team Lead, you’ll get to bring your expertise in horticulture and landscaping to life while making a lasting impact on both our commercial and residential clients! From keeping plants thriving to leading a dynamic team, this role lets you combine your love for greenery with leadership skills.

You’ll be the go-to person for communication—whether it's with our clients or your team—ensuring smooth operations and helping us grow lasting relationships. You'll discover exciting opportunities to improve garden spaces, problem-solve creatively, and create unforgettable experiences for clients. Plus, you’ll supervise a small but mighty team of 1-2 garden pros who are just as passionate as you are.

If you're a natural leader who loves working outdoors, loves solving problems, and thrives on creating beautiful green spaces, this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Team Management:

· Assign tasks based on skills and project needs.

· Provide training and guidance on techniques and safety.

· Monitor performance, identify improvements, and solve problems.

· Hold regular meetings to share updates and set expectations.

Sales

· Be knowledgeable about all company services.

· Share enhancement plans with other departments to meet client expectations.

· Build and maintain client relationships through weekly communication and quarterly site visits to ensure satisfaction and encourage referrals.

Project Execution:

· Review client plans to ensure proper implementation.

· Schedule and coordinate daily work across client sites.

· Ensure tasks are completed on time and within deadlines.

· Perform quality checks to maintain high standards.

Client Management:

· Understand clients’ needs and develop short- and long-term enhancement plans for clients’ property.

· Build and maintain client relationships to ensure satisfaction and encourage sales and referrals.

Operational Management:

· Maintain inventory of gardening tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and repair.

· Coordinate with clients to address concerns and schedule additional services.

· Report on project progress to your manager.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

Horticultural Expertise:

Strong understanding of plant identification, proper pruning techniques, seasonal planting needs, and pest management practices.

Leadership Abilities:

Proven ability to motivate and lead a team, delegate tasks effectively, and resolve conflicts.

Communication Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication to interact with clients, team members, and supervisors.

Physical Fitness:

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks like lifting, bending, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Typical Work Environment:

• Primarily outdoors on various client properties, including residential and commercial landscapes.
• Exposure to weather elements, including sun, rain, and extreme temperatures.

Driver's License

· Must be 21 years or older and have a valid U.S. Driver’s License that is not currently suspended or revoked (driving record must meet the insurance carrier’s policy requirements and Highridge Landscapes Inc. driving standards).

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or related field.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

This employer participates in E-Verify

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $30