What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Construction Crew Leader position at Smiling Dog Landscapes?
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Landscape Construction Crew Leader to lead our landscape construction team. This role involves supervising landscape construction activities, ensuring high-quality standards, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Smiling Dog Landscapes is a family oriented, locally owned company that has been in business for over 25 years. We are seeking people who want to learn and grow in the industry with plenty of room for skill expansion and advancement within the company.
Duties
- Act as both a supervisor of the crew and an active crew member.
- While working alongside crew, oversee day-to-day site operations and delegate work to crew members.
- Build and install landscape features such as flower beds, pathways, and irrigation systems per client specifications.
- Manage irrigation systems to ensure efficient water usage and plant health.
- Plant trees, cacti and flowers.
- Conduct regular inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Attend pre-construction site walks with designer and clients to understand project scope
- Frequent, professional, and timely communication with both clients and supervisors – including follow up in resolution of client concerns.
- Set an example in attendance for the rest of the team.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in landscape maintenance or groundskeeping.
- Strong leadership abilities with experience in supervising teams.
- Knowledge of horticulture, plant care, and landscape design principles.
- Familiarity with irrigation systems and tree care practices is preferred.
- Ability to maintain a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations.
- Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with team members and clients.
- A valid driver’s license is required for transportation to job sites.
- Experience driving truck with attached trailer
- Tractor experience preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- When are you available to start?
Ability to Commute:
- Gold Canyon, AZ 85118 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $24