Position Overview:

The Commercial Grounds Maintenance (CGM) Crew Leader is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing a year-round landscaping crew delivering high-quality commercial grounds maintenance services. This position is accountable for crew supervision, operational planning, client relations, safety compliance, and execution of maintenance tasks in accordance with company standards and contractual obligations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise, lead, and train crew members in the performance of routine commercial landscape maintenance services.

• Ensure timely execution of all grounds maintenance requirements, including mowing, edging, pruning, and seasonal tasks.

• Safely operate and maintain landscaping equipment and machinery.

• Load, unload, and transport heavy materials and equipment to job sites.

• Coordinate daily work assignments, equipment needs, and material pickups.

• Maintain positive working relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams.

• Monitor and adjust irrigation systems, including controller settings and minor repairs.

• Conduct daily safety briefings and participate in department meetings.

• Prepare and submit timekeeping records and other required documentation.

• Drive and operate company vehicles, including trucks with trailers, while transporting crew and equipment.

Equipment Operation:

• Push, walk-behind, and ride-on mowers

• Edgers, string trimmers, chainsaws, and pruning tools

• Blowers, sprayers, tillers, aerators, and slit seeders

• Hand tools (e.g., shovels, picks, rakes)

• Occasional operation of tractors and other specialized equipment

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary starting at $700 per week and up based on experience and qualifications

• Affordable BCBS Health Insurance with optional Vision and Dental coverage

• 40 hours Paid Time Off (PTO) annually + 11 Company-Observed Holidays

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Opportunities for advancement within a growing company

Additional Information:

As a growing company with multiple locations across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida, Bland Landscaping offers career advancement for driven individuals who meet the necessary qualifications and demonstrate a strong work ethic.

If this role doesn’t fit your current career goals, we encourage you to explore other job opportunities available across our Southeastern branches.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Bland Landscaping Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basis

• Ability to bend and stoop continuously throughout the workday

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

• Ability to work around bees, poison ivy, pollen, thorns, and other environmental risks

• Must wear work boots and Bland Landscaping uniforms, presenting yourself in a clean, professional, and polite manner

• Must adhere to all company safety practices when handling chemicals and equipment

• Must wear company-issued eye and ear protection as required

• Must have strong communication skills and the ability to motivate and lead others

• Must be willing to obtain a North Carolina Pesticide Applicator’s License

• Valid NC driver’s license and a good driving record preferred

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check

• Must comply with all Bland Landscaping Company policies and procedures

Work Environment:

This is a physically demanding, outdoor position that requires daily interaction with tools, machinery, and various environmental conditions. Flexibility, reliability, and a proactive work ethic are essential.