Crew Leader

Landscaping/Hardscaping Crew Leader

Position Summary:
David S. Brown Enterprises is seeking an experienced and dependable Landscaping/Hardscaping Crew Leader to join our Field Operations team. This position is responsible for leading a small crew while actively participating in landscaping, hardscaping, grounds maintenance, and seasonal projects throughout our portfolio of properties. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who takes pride in quality work, safety, and maintaining attractive outdoor spaces.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and work alongside a crew of 2–3 laborers and/or machine operators.
• Travel to multiple properties and work sites to complete assigned projects.
• Perform landscaping duties including mulching, planting, pruning, edging, seeding, lawn care, and general grounds maintenance.
• Complete hardscaping projects including installation of pavers, concrete, retaining walls, drainage systems, fencing, planters, and other exterior features.
• Operate tractors, snow blowers, sod cutters, chainsaws, power tools, and other landscaping equipment.
• Maintain sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, outdoor common areas, and other property grounds.
• Perform power washing and general exterior maintenance as needed.
• Assist with snow removal and salting during winter weather.
• Maintain accurate records of labor hours, materials, and equipment used.
• Ensure assigned work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to company standards.
• Properly maintain tools, equipment, and assigned work areas.

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of landscaping and/or hardscaping experience required.
• Previous crew leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience operating landscaping and construction machinery required.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Reliable personal transportation.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Dependable, professional, flexible, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to take initiative and manage changing priorities and work demands.
• Must successfully meet company background check requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, push, pull, and perform physical outdoor work.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and landscaping equipment.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions.

Benefits Include:

• Work-life balance with 10+ days of paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a paid day off for your birthday
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match up to 8%
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions
• 15% apartment rental discount for eligible employees
• Tuition reimbursement for undergraduate, graduate courses, certifications, and seminars
• Employer-paid benefits, including:

• Term Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Wellness Program & gym membership

Position Type: Full-Time | Year-Round | Hourly
Overtime: Available as approved by management