Hortiliculture Team Leader

Join our dynamic and fast-growing landscape company, a leader in creating Metro Detroit's most stunning and functional landscapes for over 40 years. As a Horticulture Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in guiding our field crews to maintain exceptional outdoor spaces for our high-end clientele. This position is perfect for those who are passionate about horticulture, enjoy working outdoors, and excel in leadership roles. Our company prides itself on a full-service approach to design, installation, and maintenance, offering a unique and rewarding work environment.Responsibilities

• Lead a team in daily horticultural maintenance operations, including weeding, pruning, planting, bed edging, and seasonal color installation.
• Ensure high standards of garden bed care and overall property appearance.
• Operate and maintain horticultural tools such as pruners, trimmers, bed edgers, blowers, and weed whippers.
• Train and mentor team members on best practices in horticulture, safety, and client service.
• Manage time, materials, and labor efficiently to meet production goals and job quality standards.
• Communicate with supervisors and account managers to ensure tasks are completed on schedule and according to client expectations.
• Anticipate crew needs and ensure tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and thoroughly.
• Assist with seasonal clean-ups, mulching, and plant care as needed.
• Monitor job sites for safety, quality, and crew productivity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional landscaping or horticultural experience, including leadership or supervisory roles.
• Strong knowledge of horticultural practices including pruning, planting, weeding, and mulching.
• Ability to read and follow work orders and instructions with attention to detail.
• Comfortable using a wide range of landscape tools and equipment.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Chauffeur’s License or ability to obtain one prior to start date (preferred).

Compensation

Starting pay at $21.00 per hour, with competitive wages based on experience and skill level.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Health insurance available after 60 days
• Up to 4 weeks of paid time off
• Annual reviews and merit-based raises
• Minimal weekend work
• Consistent work hours and year-round opportunities
• Access to newer trucks and equipment
• Company-sponsored events and team outings
• Collaborative, team-focused work culture
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing company