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Landscaping Crew Leader
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Jepson Landscaping
Kalamazoo, MI (In Person)
$53,040 Salary, Full-Time
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Jepson Landscaping Kalamazoo, MI Crew Leader - Landscaping About Us Jepson Landscaping is a small, growing landscaping company in Kalamazoo, MI with a big commitment to our team. We believe the best work comes from people who feel heard and respected, and we're looking for an experienced landscaper who wants more than just a job — someone who wants to bring their skills and ideas to a company that truly values them. About the Role As our Crew Leader, you'll be the driving force on the job site, leading a crew across residential and commercial properties throughout the Kalamazoo area. You won't just be following orders — your experience and input will help shape how we work and grow. Responsibilities Lead and supervise a landscape installation crew on residential and commercial job sites Direct and perform planting of trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, and groundcovers according to design plans Install and grade topsoil, compost, and mulch to proper specifications Oversee and perform sodding, seeding, and lawn establishment tasks Read and interpret landscape design plans and translate them into high-quality installations Operate earth moving equipment (skid steer, mini skid steer, mini excavator) for site prep and grading Delegate tasks and keep the crew on schedule to meet project timelines Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality and design standards before leaving a site Communicate professionally with clients and address on-site concerns Complete job site documentation, timesheets, and daily reports as required Enforce safety protocols and ensure all crew members follow proper procedures Transport crew and equipment safely between job sites Qualifications 2-4 years of landscaping experience, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role Valid Chauffeur's license required Strong knowledge of plants, turf, and landscape maintenance practices Proven ability to lead a team and keep work moving efficiently Physically capable of working outdoors in all weather conditions Strong communication and problem-solving skills Experience operating earth moving equipment (skid steer, mini skid steer, mini excavator, etc.) strongly preferred Snow plowing experience strongly preferred Irrigation experience a plus Experience with the LMN Crew app a plus Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus What We Offer $23-$28 per hour, based on experience A collaborative, people-first company culture where your voice matters Room to grow with a company that's expanding in the Kalamazoo area The chance to contribute your ideas and help shape how we do things