Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader

Ables Landscapes, an award-winning landscaping company with over 45 years of experience in Charleston, SC, is seeking a dedicated Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader to join our team. As a leader in creating beautiful outdoor living spaces, Ables Landscapes is committed to excellence and a mission-driven approach: to glorify God by connecting people to something beautiful. The Maintenance Crew Leader will play a key role in maintaining high-end residential properties, working closely with team members and clients to ensure the highest standards of service and professionalism. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, growth-oriented company that values its employees and fosters a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside crew members to perform landscape maintenance on high-end residential properties.
• Assist Account Managers and the Landscape Maintenance Director in executing daily responsibilities and project goals.
• Load, organize, and maintain equipment and tools each day, ensuring a clean and efficient work truck.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, colleagues, and clients to support team growth and customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, representing Ables Landscapes with professionalism.
• Perform detailed maintenance tasks such as hand-pruning, installing and caring for small shrubs and perennials, watering, mulching, and fertilizing.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Working knowledge of horticulture, irrigation, or landscape installation and construction skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
• Dependable, punctual, and dedicated to achieving company goals.

Compensation

The pay for this full-time position ranges from $20.00 - $23.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Health insurance available after 90 days, with 80% of the employees premium paid by Ables Landscapes.
• 401K with a 4% match after six months.
• Standard paid holidays after 90 days.
• One week paid vacation after six months, two weeks after one year, and an additional day of vacation after year two for up to 4 weeks.
• 2 personal/sick days.
• $25,000 Life Insurance Policy paid for by Ables Landscapes.
• Separate dental, vision, and life insurance plans available.
• Reimbursement for MUSC Telemedicine use for employees and discounted use for their families.
• Quarterly employee events, including picnics and holiday parties.
• Consistent Dream Sessions with our Dream Manager to support personal and professional growth.
• Tuition reimbursement for industry-related learning.
• Bi-annual profit sharing.
• Access to Babbel foreign language learning service.
• Financial support for approved mission trips.
• Access to counseling services, with 80% of sessions paid for by Ables Landscapes.

Offered compensation: $20/hr - $23/hr

Experience and License Requirements

• Authorized to work in U.S.
• Equipment Experience
• Landscaping
• Plant Identification
• Valid Driver's License