Landscaping Site Crew Leader - (Direct report in Portage) - Chauffeur’s License REQUIRED

Location

Portage, MI, United States

Date Posted

Jul 9, 2026

Req number

JR15265

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Pay Range

*STARTING PAY RANGE for this role IS $19- $21 PER HOUR AND COULD INCREASE FROM THERE DEPENDENT UPON PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE AND ANY CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES YOU HOLD.*

Description

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.

*This is NOT an entry-level position. Candidates must have at least 1 year of verifiable experience as a Landscaping Crew Leader/Foreman. Candidates with MDARD licenses will move to the top of the Candidate list.*

*STARTING PAY RANGE for this role IS $19 - $21 PER HOUR AND COULD INCREASE FROM THERE DEPENDENT UPON PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE AND ANY CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES YOU HOLD.*

*MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE:*

• Valid Driver's License: Applicants must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Chauffeur’s Endorsement: A chauffeur’s endorsement or chauffeur’s license is REQUIRED for this role and the PREFERRED Candidate already holds one. *Candidates willing to obtain a Chauffeur’s license, prior to starting work and at their cost will also be considered.*
• Previous experience: minimum of 1 year Landscaping Crew Leader is necessary.
• DDOT Medical card: The PREFERRED Candidate already holds one. *If you do not have a DDOT Medical Card you MUST be able to pass a Medical exam that includes a drug Test* (this is a Federal requirement) *post-offer and before starting work.*

• State of MI (MDARD) Pesticide licenses: The PREFERRED Candidate already has MDARD Licenses and is willing to *maintain them and potentially add more as the need arises at the Company’s cost.*
• Irrigation Experience: The PREFERRED Candidate has some experience in Irrigation troubleshooting and repair as well as Spring Start up and Fall Shut down and *willing to assist, as needed in these tasks.*
• *Hardscapes Experience is preferred.*

*If your resume does not show LANDSCAPING CREW LEADER EXPERIENCE; your Application WILL BE REJECTED - make sure your Landscaping experience and Landscaping Crew Leader work experience is on your resume. Applications without Resumes WILL BE REJECTED.*

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Job Summary

* The Crew Leader is responsible for overseeing landscape operations at client sites, managing a crew of 2–5 team members to ensure tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to BrightView’s quality standards. This role involves supervising a variety of service lines, including basic landscape maintenance, installation, and supportive services such as irrigation, seasonal color management, and chemical applications. The Crew Leader plays a key role in maintaining client satisfaction through effective team leadership and high-quality service delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Maintain a schedule and ensure service expectations are met * Surface customer problems or concerns and report back to Operations Manager * Assist in resolving issues with customer service when needed * Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with company policies * Communicate regularly with Operations Manager to ensure client needs and expectations are consistently met or exceeded * Deliver services as specified on client sites * Assisting your team in safely and efficiently completed assigned tasks such as: Planting; Watering; Fertilizing; Digging and Raking just to name a few. * Installation of required materials for landscaping/irrigation/site development * Strong attention to detail and a Strong work ethic * Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment * Bilingual (Spanish) - preferred * Experience using hand equipment with mechanized moving blades such as gas-powered shears * Experience using manual hand tools such as shovels and Experience using a hand shovel for extended period * Experience working from elevated heights such as an 8" A-frame ladder * Experience moving soil, equipment, and materials, digs holes, and plant trees, shrubs and flowers * Ability to work in extreme conditions – temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit and to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time * Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. (mulch, fertilizer, etc.) * Ability to load/unload burlaps with plant cuttings onto trailer (up to 50 lbs.) * Ability to work in/or about situations near direct automotive traffic * Ability to work near or about natural bodies of water * Ability to work 8+ hours per day with applicable breaks x 5 days/week (some overtime/weekend work required) * Coordinate service execution with Operations Manager * Oversee day-to-day site operations and delegate work to crew team members * Provide Operations Manager feedback on crew member(s) and Work with Operations Manager, helping to develop and train crew members * Ensure equipment preventative maintenance is performed as needed and equipment is in good working order and Log equipment usage and maintenance cycles * Confirming that all employees are operating safely at all times including reviewing potential traffic hazards; performing hard hat checks and safety gear checks; underground alert reviews; other trades hazard review and performing general public safety checks * Maintaining a hazardous communication folder including all relevant forms for chemicals used on the job site * Reporting reckless or dangerous activities to job Operations Manager; notify Operations Manager of any accidents and submitting accident reports according to Company policy * Participate in branch meetings as directed + Ensuring that all employees are attending the weekly tailgate meeting * Accurately capture and turn in crew time logs through electronic time capture (ETC)

Education and Experience

• BrightView Equipment certifications
• Experience in a landscape-related field
• Demonstrated leadership among the team and with peers
• Valid Driver License (a Valid Chauffeur’s license is required)
• State issued Pesticide licenses is referred
• Irrigation system repair experience is preferred

Additionally, employees are expected to abide by all internal control & compliance practices to:

• Safeguard assets from theft and misuse
• Ensure segregation of duties to minimize fraud
• Comply with business ethics, applicable laws and regulation
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information
• Periodically reconcile physical assets to accounting records

Physical Demands/Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
• Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
• Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers).
• Able to bend, stop and twist continuously throughout the day and perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
• You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
• Landscapers who will be operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver’s license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed.
• Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.

Work Environment

• Ability to work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100°F, temperatures below 32°F, various levels of humidity)
• Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
• Work outdoors near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical and/or electrical hazards.
• Ability to work in environments where extended periods of loud noise are present.
• Ability to work in environments where exposure to allergens such as pollen and rag weed, insects such as bees and spiders and reptiles such as lizards and snakes.

Perks

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Red Wing Safety Boot Program
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

*BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.*

*This job description is subject to change at any time*

*BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process**.*

*It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.*