- Location
- Ruskin, FL
- Seniority
- Lead
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
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Russell Landscape is seeking a skilled and experienced Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader & Driver to lead a team of landscape technicians in providing high-quality maintenance services for residential and commercial properties. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong horticultural knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to drive and manage a crew efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and lead a crew of 2–5 landscape maintenance workers.
- Operate and drive trucks and trailers to transport crew, tools, and materials to and from job sites.
- Ensure all maintenance tasks (mowing, trimming, pruning, weeding, fertilizing, etc.) are performed to company and industry standards.
- Train and mentor crew members in proper landscape maintenance techniques and safety procedures.
- Monitor job progress and ensure timely completion of daily assignments.
- Conduct pre-trip inspections and ensure safe and legal operation of vehicles and equipment.
- Communicate with clients and management regarding job status, concerns, or special requests.
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent on site.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of landscape maintenance experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required
- Proven experience driving trucks and towing trailers with equipment.
- Strong knowledge of landscape maintenance practices, plant care, and irrigation systems.
- Ability to read and interpret site plans and schedules.
- Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and performing physical tasks for extended periods.
Offered:
- Hourly pay based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Tools, vehicles, and equipment provided
