Landscape Maintenance Manager

Job Description:Overview:If you're the kind of professional who takes pride in mastering your craft, solving complex operations challenges, and building systems that simply work--this role was designed for you. As a Landscape Maintenance Manager, you won't be buried in unnecessary meetings or distracted by noise; instead, you'll be trusted to own your processes, refine performance, and deliver consistent, high-quality results. We value precision, expertise, and independent thinking--providing you the space to focus deeply, the tools to continually improve, and the recognition you deserve from leadership that understand excellence when they see it. Here, your knowledge isn't just appreciated--it's what drives the standard forward.Company Overview:At RJ Lawn & Landscape, we live and breathe our passion for exceptional service and top-notch landscaping. Established in 1997, we've built a stellar reputation in Waukee, Iowa, specializing in landscape design, installation, lawn care, irrigation maintenance, horticultural care, snow removal, and golf & sports turf.Objective:Manage and develop the Landscape Maintenance team in creating beautiful spaces & experiences for clients in residential and commercial settings. Landscape Maintenance includes caring for existing landscapes and property amenities with services such as but not limited to: plant care; mulch maintenance; landscape bed weed control; trimming & pruning of shrubs, trees, perennials; pressure washing; plant replacements and enhancements to existing landscape beds.Responsibilities:Lead, manage, and maintain accountability for Landscape Maintenance operationsAnalyze department budgets and financials to monitor departmental productivity and overall effectivenessProvide leadership & training to direct reports to ensure quality in the landscape maintenance department is consistent and processes are followed by all. This includes but is not limited to: accurate job ticket completion, management & development of landscape maintenance team members, quality control checks of team members' work product for horticultural accuracy & completeness, manage daily O&M of departments tools & equipment for safety/efficient operationImplement and maintain a comprehensive horticultural training program for team membersManage crew schedules to meet the needs of clients, operations, and procurementCoordinate procurement for ordering and delivery of materials to ensure timely job executionCoordinate & communicate with Fleet Manager for equipment needs & repairsAssist sales team with field identification of plants, diseases, and environmental factors to support job planning; Assist sales team by identifying enhancement opportunities at current client sites for Account Manager-Client follow upsPerform field work at key projects requiring expertise and/or as neededAttend continuing education classes as required to maintain certificationsPerform snow removal duties as assignedPromote, demonstrate, and enforce safety procedures & company policiesSupport and enforce RJ Lawn & Landscape's Core Focus and Core Values: Honest, Professional, Driven, Team Builder, Dependable, SafetyMeasures of Accountability:Annual financial goals of Landscape Maintenance Department - Revenue & Net MarginDepartment & crew efficiencyClient satisfaction (customer compliments or complaints)Training completion & team developmentSafety record of departmentQuality control scoresTimeliness of scheduling & job completionCollaboration effectiveness with Sales and Fleet teamsQuarterly rocks achievementRequired Qualifications:Minimum 2-year horticulture degree or equivalent 5 years of horticultural experienceMastery of large and medium-sized equipment operationCurrent 3OT license or the ability to obtain a 3OT license within the first 30 days of employmentPreferred Qualifications:Experience in landscape maintenance operationsExperience in crew or department leadershipAdvanced horticultural knowledge: tree, shrub, perennial, and annual ID; plant and landscape disease ID; disease and plant injury treatment proceduresCurrent CDL endorsementRequired Documentation:Confidentiality Agreement & 2-Year Non-Solicitation ClauseValid driver's license & insurable driving recordI-9 verification formClear background checkCompensation:Base salary + performance-based bonusHealth insurance plan options (up to 66% paid by RJ for employee selection)Life insurance & long-term disability fully paid by RJContinuing education & business development membership duesSimple individual retirement account with 3% match by RJPTO program (.05 x hours worked, April - March calendar; .075 after five years)Paid holidays (6 Federal + your birthday)Cell phone & company vehicleReports To: Operations ManagerHow To Apply:Applicants are encouraged to apply directly to this posting. Supporting documentation can be sent to Nick Paoli, Chief Culture Officer at paolin@rjlawnandlandscape.com.