Lead Landscaper

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Lead Landscape Technician to oversee and execute the groundskeeping operations across our mobile home communities in the Jacksonville area.

In this role, you won't just be operating equipment—you will be the go-to expert on turf care and the leader of our on-site crew. If you have a sharp eye for detail, a deep knowledge of professional landscaping practices, and a track record of successfully running a team, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Direct, motivate, and supervise a small landscaping crew to ensure daily tasks are completed efficiently and up to company standards.
• Grounds Maintenance: Oversee and perform professional-grade mowing, edging, trimming, and blowing across multiple communities.
• Chemical Application: Safely identify, mix, and apply weed killers, herbicides, and fertilizers to maintain pristine, weed-free lawns and common areas.
• Equipment Care: Operate and oversee the routine maintenance of commercial lawn care equipment (zero-turn mowers, weed eaters, blowers, etc.).
• Quality Control: Inspect community grounds regularly to ensure top-tier curb appeal and address any landscaping issues proactively.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of professional landscaping experience (required).
• Leadership: At least 1 year of experience leading or managing a crew (required).
• Landscaping Knowledge: Expert-level knowledge of commercial mowing techniques and the safe, effective application of weed killers/herbicides.
• License: Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record (required for traveling between communities).
• Physical Stamina: Ability to work outside in the Florida heat and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Certification: A commercial chemical applicator license is a major plus, but not required.

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• PTO and 11...