Landscape Crew Leader
$20-$25/HR | Full-Time | Experienced Only
Lightning Lawn and Landscape you may also know us as ACE Outdoor Services is hiring an experienced Landscape Crew Leader to lead commercial and residential landscape installation projects at our South Lyon/Brighton Branch.
This is a hands-on leadership role focused on landscape construction and installations — NOT lawn maintenance, fertilization, or route-based service work.
We are looking for someone who can lead crews, operate equipment, read landscape plans, and deliver high-quality work efficiently and professionally.
What You'll Do:
• Lead and manage landscape installation crews on daily job sites
• Execute landscape projects from start to finish
• Handle job layout, materials, workflow, and daily production
• Work hands-on alongside your crew
• Maintain quality, safety, and organization on job sites
• Communicate with project managers, office staff, and clients
• Troubleshoot field issues and keep projects moving efficiently
• Assist with snow operations during winter months
Project Work Includes:
• Landscape installations
• Softscaping and planting
• Bed preparation, grading, and mulching
• Sod installation
• Residential and commercial landscape projects
• Hardscape installations
Equipment Experience Required:
• Excavators
• Skid steers
• Commercial landscape equipment and tools
• Truck and trailer operation
• Zero-turn mower operation knowledge required
Requirements:
• Proven experience leading landscape construction crews REQUIRED
• Landscape installation experience REQUIRED
• Foreman or crew leadership experience
• Ability to read and execute landscape plans
• Experience with commercial and residential projects
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to manage crews, workflow, and production
• Experience pulling trailers required
• Valid Chauffeur’s License REQUIRED
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance
This Position Is NOT A Fit For:
• Lawn fertilization experience only
• Weed control technicians
• Route-based lawn service backgrounds
• Entry-level applicants
Compensation & Benefits:
• $20-$25/hour based on experience
• Full-time employment
• Year-round opportunities
• Health insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) with company match
• Growth opportunities within a rapidly growing company
If you have real landscape construction leadership experience and can lead crews, operate equipment, and deliver high-quality work, we want to hear from you.