Landscape Crew Leader

Gerhart’s Landscaping, a well-established and growing company based in Hellertown, PA, is seeking an experienced and motivated Landscape Crew Leader to join our team. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who takes pride in their work, values quality, and enjoys leading others. As a Crew Leader, you will be responsible for guiding your team to deliver exceptional landscape maintenance services, ensuring high standards are met on every property.

We offer year-round employment, including participation in snow and ice management during the winter, and opportunities for growth within the company for those who demonstrate strong leadership and commitment.

• Lead and work alongside a landscape crew to complete daily tasks efficiently and safely.
• Review work tickets, property notes, maps, and job expectations to plan the workday.
• Communicate job requirements and delegate responsibilities to crew members.
• Organize labor, equipment, tools, and materials needed for scheduled work.
• Maintain high quality standards and inspect completed work before leaving each property.
• Train and coach crew members on proper landscape practices and company expectations.
• Address quality or performance issues promptly and constructively.
• Document job progress, complete required photos, time entries, and work-ticket documentation.
• Maintain clean and organized trucks, trailers, tools, and equipment.
• Identify and help resolve problems proactively, communicating important information to management.
• Set a positive example for safety, attendance, attitude, and productivity.
• Participate in snow and ice management operations during the winter months as needed.

• Professional landscaping experience required.
• Previous experience in a crew leader or landscape leadership role strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of commercial landscape maintenance practices, including mowing, trimming, pruning, bed maintenance, seasonal cleanups, and general landscape maintenance.
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate a team while working alongside them.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to recognize and address quality issues.
• Ability to read and follow work orders and property-specific instructions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to plan ahead and anticipate crew needs.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Comfortable providing direction and holding crew members accountable.
• Ability to safely operate commercial landscape equipment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Starting at $32.00 per hour
Full-time, year-round employment

• Year-round employment with participation in snow and ice management during winter months
• Opportunities for advancement based on performance and company needs
• Additional benefits and company programs discussed during the interview process