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Landscape Crew Leader

Join a Winning Team!  Kent Countryside Nursery and Landscaping is searching for a Leaders who can "take the bull by the horns," inspire a team to perform and earn customers for life. Do you have experience in any of the trades? Are you a leader ready to step up to a career opportunity? If this describes you, contact us today.

About Us: Kent Countryside Nursery is a family-owned and operated nursery and landscaping company that has been serving Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester counties for more than 30 years. We are known and respected for our first-class landscaping services, ranging from design through installation. Our team members have over 50 years of combined landscaping experience. If you are passionate about what you do and want to hone your skills as an artisan and a leader, come join our team led by two Cornell-educated landscape professionals.

Role Overview

We are searching for a motivated, proactive, bilingual Crew Leader to manage day-to-day job site operations. You will serve as the primary link between management, field crews, and clients, driving quality workmanship and keeping projects running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and work alongside a team of 2–5 crew members across various daily job sites.
Act as the main point of contact, facilitating daily communication in both English and Spanish among management, client contacts, and crew members.
Oversee site execution, including plant care, pruning, and landscape installation.
Maintain high standards for job site safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Requirements

Language: Fluent in both English and Spanish (Required for crew management and client communication).
License: Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record (Required).
Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of hands-on landscaping experience; prior crew lead or supervisory experience preferred.
Physical: Ability to perform heavy manual labor (lifting, digging, equipment operation) in various weather conditions.
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications

Experience driving small dump trucks or hauling trailers.
Experience operating landscape equipment (skid steer, backhoe, compact loader).
Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay plus performance bonuses
401(k) with company match
Health insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Tips & supplemental pay
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:


401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off
Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications

Experience:


equipment: 1 year (Preferred)
landscaping: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:


Driver's License (Required)