Landscape Maintenance Lead Hand

We’re looking for a skilled Lead Hand to join our landscape maintenance team — someone who can run a crew and step in when the Foreman’s away. If you’ve got solid experience, take pride in your work, and want to grow with a company that actually walks the talk, this might be for you. What You’ll Be Doing: Leading a maintenance crew on regular routes (mowing, trimming, weeding, garden cleanups) Filling in for the Foreman as needed — managing sites, staying on schedule, and coordinating with the office Training newer crew members and making sure the job’s done right Reporting issues like irrigation breaks, plant problems, or extras that need quoting What We’re Looking For: At least 1 year of experience in landscape maintenance You’ve led a crew or are ready to take that step You take initiative, communicate well, and don’t cut corners Valid driver’s license is required Perks + Benefits: Health spending account after 3 months Profit-sharing bonus at the end of the season Paid training and leadership development A team culture that’s actually fun — no drama, no micromanaging BBQs, chill events, and real opportunities to grow Why Work With Us? Atkinson Landscaping isn’t just another landscaping company — we’re building something different. We have an open book policy, meaning you’ll always know how the company’s doing and where things are headed. We’re transparent, fair, and we invest in our people. If you show up and do the work, we’ve got your back — plain and simple.

Lead a landscape maintenance crew in performing routine garden care and site maintenance. Act as a substitute for the Foreman by managing schedules, coordinating with the office, and training new staff.

Requires at least one year of experience in landscape maintenance and a valid driver's license. Candidates must demonstrate leadership potential, strong communication skills, and a commitment to high-quality work.

• Health spending account • Profit-sharing bonus • Paid training • Leadership development • Company events

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• Crew Leadership
• Landscape Maintenance
• Mowing
• Trimming
• Weeding
• Garden Cleanup
• Site Management
• Training
• Communication
• Irrigation Troubleshooting

• Trades
• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Environmental & Sustainability

Minimum experience

1+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week