What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Project Crew Leader position at Color Burst Landscapes?
Landscape Crew Leader – Installation
Pay Rate - $21.00 - $23.00 (based on experience)
About The Role
As a Landscape Crew Leader, you'll run installation projects from start to finish. You'll lead a crew, read plans, solve problems on site, and make sure every project is completed safely, on time, and with high-quality results. This is a hands‑on field leadership role where your craftsmanship and teamwork truly matter.
What Makes This Role Great
Outdoor, physical work including lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, kneeling, operating equipment, and working in all weather. PPE required.
Schedule
Pay Rate - $21.00 - $23.00 (based on experience)
About The Role
As a Landscape Crew Leader, you'll run installation projects from start to finish. You'll lead a crew, read plans, solve problems on site, and make sure every project is completed safely, on time, and with high-quality results. This is a hands‑on field leadership role where your craftsmanship and teamwork truly matter.
What Makes This Role Great
- Lead a Crew: Train, guide, and motivate your team each day.
- Build Beautiful Spaces: Install plants, turf, mulch, patios, walkways, retaining walls, and more.
- Take Ownership: Plan daily work, manage materials, operate equipment, and keep the job running smoothly.
- Be the On‑Site Leader: Communicate with clients and resolve issues quickly and professionally.
- Make an Impact: Your work directly shapes outdoor spaces customers love.
- Read and follow landscape designs and site plans
- Plan daily tasks, tools, and materials
- Supervise, train, and support crew members
- Perform and oversee installation of softscape and hardscape elements
- Operate equipment safely (skid steer, trencher, compactors, etc.)
- Maintain quality, cleanliness, and safety on every site
- Track hours/materials and complete basic documentation
- Communicate updates to clients and Operations Managers
- 2–3 years landscaping experience (installation preferred)
- 1 year leadership experience on a crew
- Strong knowledge of planting, grading, hardscape layout, and irrigation basics
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather
- Skilled with landscape construction tools and equipment
- Organized, safety-focused, and able to adjust in a fast-paced field environment
- Valid driver's license (DOT card or equipment certifications a plus)
- Completing projects on time and on budget
- High customer satisfaction
- Strong crew performance and safety
- Accurate tracking and documentation
Outdoor, physical work including lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, kneeling, operating equipment, and working in all weather. PPE required.
Schedule
- Early start times
- Overtime
- Occasional weekend work
Salary : $21 - $23