Horticulture Detail Crew Leader - Continuum Services
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
About the Job
HORTICULTURE DETAIL CREW LEADER
Position Summary: The Horticulture Detail Crew Leader is responsible for leading a team of 2-3 workers in performing various landscaping and grounds care tasks. This includes maintaining multiple landscape sites, leading projects of various sizes and complexity, and ensuring quality results. The role requires significant hands-on work, including plant maintenance, weed removal, flower and plant installation, pruning, and seasonal cutbacks. Additionally, during snow removal season, the role demands availability 24/7 for snow and ice management tasks.
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Key Areas of Responsibilities:
- Lead a team on landscaping projects, ensuring high-quality results.
- Maintain landscape sites under the supervision of a supervisor.
- Perform tasks such as weed identification/removal, plant installation, pruning, and seasonal cutbacks.
- Manage snow removal operations, including plowing, snow blowing, and applying de-icing materials.
- Train crew members on specific site needs, equipment handling, safety protocols, and maintenance.
- Maintain a safe work environment and ensure proper documentation of daily tasks and schedules.
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Education, Experience and Skills Required:
- 2+ years of experience in grounds care with knowledge of local plant species.
- Basic knowledge of landscape construction techniques.
- Knowledge of plant maintenance, including watering, fertilization, and pest/disease control.
- Experience with ladders and holiday lighting is preferred.
- Punctuality and dependability are essential.
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Physical Demand Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Lawn Detail Technician.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, bend, stretch, pull or push and lift items.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs or more, work in all weather conditions, and stand/walk for extended periods.
Other Requirements:
- Valid chauffeur's license.
- Fertilization/Pesticide License (must be acquired within 30 days of hire if not already possessed).
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Benefits/Perks
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
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Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. If you are a dedicated Landscape Crew Leader looking for an opportunity to make a difference in a dynamic organization, we invite you to apply. We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Apply today!!!
Company Overview:
Continuum Services is a single-source provider with proven expertise, dependability, and scalability in four key areas: facility operations, exterior services, technical services, and environment services. Headquartered in a newly renovated office in Farmington Hills, Continuum is the go-to full-service solution for interior and exterior facility operations, maintenance, and repair. Facilities serviced by CONTINUUM have earned such prestigious accolades as the ENERGY STAR® for superior energy performance, BOMA’s Office Building of the Year® (TOBY) Award and CEL’s National Real Estate “A” List Award for Service Excellence. Helping employees develop and become highly skilled professionals who deliver best in class solutions to our clients is what we're all about - join us today!