Horticulture Crew Leader

Great Outdoors is seeking an experienced, leadership-minded Horticulture Crew Leader to join our team in Ann Arbor, MI . In this role, you will use your plant knowledge and leadership skills to guide a crew, manage diverse properties, and deliver beautiful outdoor spaces.

Horticulture Crew Leader
Great Outdoors is seeking an experienced, leadership-minded Horticulture Crew Leader to join our team in Ann Arbor, MI. Founded in 1983, we are a full-service lawn care and landscaping company dedicated to premium workmanship, creativity, and exceeding client expectations. In this role, you will use your plant knowledge and leadership skills to guide a crew, manage diverse properties, and deliver beautiful outdoor spaces.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Wage: $22.00 – $24.00 / hour (Higher starting pay considered based on experience)
• Health Coverage: Medical, vision, and dental insurance available after 90 days
• Retirement: SIMPLE IRA with company match available after 1 year of employment
• Stability: Year-round work opportunities spanning seasonal horticulture and winter snow removal

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Teams: Supervise, train, and delegate daily tasks to your assigned crew using a collaborative team approach.
• Deliver Quality: Perform and oversee fine gardening services including clean-ups, pruning, mulching, and weeding.
• Client Care: Communicate effectively with residential and commercial clients to understand their unique goals and deliver high-quality results.
• Solve Problems: Partner with management and crew members to address on-site challenges swiftly and professionally.
• Winter Operations: Perform and manage snow removal services during the winter season.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years of experience in professional horticulture services and crew management.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Credentials: Valid Michigan Chauffeur’s License and a current DOT Medical Card.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation to our job sites/shop in Ann Arbor, MI.
• Physical & Logistics: Ability to perform physical labor in all weather conditions. Must pass a pre-employment drug test, background check, and a 90-day probationary period.
• Communication: Ability to fluently read, write, and speak English.

Desired Qualifications

• Michigan Certified Landscape Professional (MCN)
• Certified Landscape Technician (CLT)
• Extension Master Gardener Certificate
• Fluent in Spanish
• Pesticide Applicator License

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