Lawn Maintenance Crew Leader
Ann Arbor, MI
Full Time
Mid Level
Lawn Maintenance Crew Leader
Great Outdoors is hiring an experienced Lawn Maintenance Crew Leader to head a residential and commercial lawn care team in the Ann Arbor, MI area. We offer a starting wage of $22.00 – $26.00 per hour. Since every client property is unique, you will use your lawn care expertise, team management skills, and creative problem-solving to deliver tailor-made, high-quality service. If you possess a Michigan Chauffeur's License, advanced equipment knowledge, and a commitment to quality craftsmanship, apply today to build a long-term career with a growing team.
Why Choose Great Outdoors?
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Great Outdoors is hiring an experienced Lawn Maintenance Crew Leader to head a residential and commercial lawn care team in the Ann Arbor, MI area. We offer a starting wage of $22.00 – $26.00 per hour. Since every client property is unique, you will use your lawn care expertise, team management skills, and creative problem-solving to deliver tailor-made, high-quality service. If you possess a Michigan Chauffeur's License, advanced equipment knowledge, and a commitment to quality craftsmanship, apply today to build a long-term career with a growing team.
- Pay Rate: $22.00 – $26.00 / hour
- Job Type: Full-time, Year-Round (Lawn maintenance and winter snow removal)
- Location: Ann Arbor, MI (Serving Southeast Michigan)
- Benefits: Health, Vision, and Dental (after 90 days); SIMPLE IRA retirement match (after 1 year)
Why Choose Great Outdoors?
- Stable Career Growth: Operating since 1983, we focus heavily on internal advancement into leadership and management roles.
- Professional Equipment: Get daily access to top-tier commercial equipment, advanced field software, and industry-leading trade training.
- Culture of Respect: Work alongside experienced professionals in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment built on accountability.
Key Responsibilities
- Tailored Client Service: Collaborate with clients to understand their unique goals and opinions for their property, using creativity to exceed expectations.
- Crew Leadership: Supervise and delegate tasks to your crew using a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
- Training & Mentorship: Develop the hands-on skills of your crew members while maintaining high morale.
- Active Communication: Coordinate directly with crew members, management, and clients to solve operational problems on the fly.
Required Qualifications
- Experience: 2+ years of lawn mowing service experience and 1+ years specifically leading and managing a crew.
- Credentials: Valid Michigan Chauffeur's License and a current DOT Medical Card are mandatory.
- Screening: Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check, and a 90-day probationary period.
- Physical Demands: Ability to read/write/speak English, complete physical labor, and work outside in all weather conditions for both lawn and snow services.
- Education & Transit: High School diploma or equivalency, and reliable transportation to our shop in Ann Arbor, MI.
Desired Qualifications
- Language: Ability to speak Spanish is highly desired.
- Leadership: 2+ years of direct experience specifically as a Lawn Maintenance Crew Leader.
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