Crew Leader, Landscape

Landscape Crew Lead / Laborer

MEH Groundworks

Location

Platte City, MO Job Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Additional evening and weekend hours as needed)

Join Our Growing Team

MEH Groundworks is seeking a motivated, dependable, and hardworking Landscape Crew Lead / Laborer to join our team. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, take pride in producing high-quality work, and thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Whether you have previous landscaping experience or are eager to learn, we are looking for team members who demonstrate a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients.

What You'll Do

As a Landscape Crew Lead / Laborer, you will assist with and lead various landscape installation and maintenance projects, including:

Landscape Installation & Construction

• Plant trees, shrubs, flowers, groundcover, and other landscape materials.
• Install mulch, sod, decorative stone, and landscape bed materials.
• Assist with hardscape and irrigation installation projects.
• Read and follow planting plans, layouts, and plantograms.

Lawn & Landscape Maintenance

• Perform mowing, trimming, weed eating, edging, and general property maintenance.
• Maintain landscape beds and ensure properties remain clean and attractive.
• Monitor completed work to ensure quality standards are met.

Site Preparation & Material Handling

• Assist with grading, excavation support, and site preparation activities.
• Load, unload, transport, and organize materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.

Equipment & Tool Operation

• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and light equipment.
• Assist with routine maintenance and care of company tools and equipment.
• Help maintain company vehicles and equipment in clean, serviceable condition.

Irrigation Support

* Assist with irrigation system installation, repair, and maintenance.

Leadership & Teamwork

• Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, and quality workmanship.
• Work closely with supervisors, crew members, and equipment operators to complete projects safely and efficiently.
• Help train and support less experienced team members when needed.

Safety & Quality

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a strong focus on workmanship, attention to detail, and client satisfaction.
• Represent MEH Groundworks professionally when interacting with clients, vendors, and the public.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is

• Dependable and punctual
• Hardworking and self-motivated
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions
• Physically capable of performing labor-intensive work
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Willing to learn and grow within the company
• Committed to maintaining a safe work environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous landscaping, lawn care, irrigation, construction, or outdoor labor experience preferred
• Experience operating landscaping equipment and tools is a plus
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment throughout the workday

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wages based on experience
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan options
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Full-time, year-round employment opportunities

Paid Holidays

MEH Groundworks observes the following paid holidays

• New Year's Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day

Why Join MEH Groundworks?

At MEH Groundworks, we value hard work, integrity, teamwork, and craftsmanship. We take pride in creating exceptional outdoor spaces while providing a positive work environment where employees can grow their skills and build long-term careers.

If you're ready to work with a company that values quality, safety, and professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Language

* English (Required)

License/Certification

• OSHA 10 (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute

* Platte City, MO 64079 (Required)

Work Location: In person