What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mowing Crew Leader position at Wells Lawn Care?
Join a team that values professionalism, teamwork, and quality workmanship. As a Mowing Crew Lead, you will guide a dedicated crew to deliver exceptional lawn maintenance services for both residential and commercial properties. This role is ideal for experienced lawn care professionals who take pride in their work, lead by example, and are committed to maintaining high standards of service and safety. The company offers a supportive, respectful environment with opportunities for growth and advancement, making it a great place to build your career in the green industry.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support a mowing crew to complete daily routes safely, efficiently, and to company quality standards
- Operate commercial zero-turn and stand-on mowers, trimmers, edgers, and blowers
- Mow, edge, trim, and clean up residential and commercial properties with attention to detail
- Set daily expectations, delegate tasks, and keep the crew on schedule
- Inspect completed work to ensure clean mowing patterns, crisp edges, and professional finishes
- Train and coach crew members on proper equipment operation, safety procedures, and quality expectations
- Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or repair needs promptly
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including trucks, trailers, and job sites
- Communicate clearly with management and crew members about schedules, property needs, materials, equipment concerns, or customer issues
- Represent the company professionally at every client property
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of verifiable professional experience in residential or commercial mowing (more preferred)
- Previous experience leading a crew or training team members preferred
- Strong experience operating commercial-grade mowing equipment, including zero-turn or stand-on mowers
- Valid drivers license
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding work
- Strong leadership, communication, and time-management skills
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to quality workmanship
- Mandatory drug screening and 7-year background check
Benefits
- Consistent, year-round work
- Four-day work week, 10-hour days (weather dependent)
- Paid time off with immediate accrual
- Retirement plan
- Uniforms provided
- Ongoing equipment training and professional development
- Career advancement opportunities
- A respectful, team-oriented work environment
Core Values We Hire By
- Flexible (Swiss Army Knife We adapt, we find a way, we dont make excuses.)
- Ownership (We take initiative, solve problems and fix what we find.)
- Communication (We communicate early, clearly, and respectfullyinternally and with clients.)
- Urgency (We move fast, respond quickly, and execute without dragging our feet.)
- Service (We care and earn trust by delivering consistent and professional results.)
Offered compensation: $21/hr - $25/hr
Experience and License Requirements
- Commercial Mowing Equipment Operation
- Lawn Care
- Valid Driver's License
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Salary : $21 - $25