Landscape Sr. Crew Supervisor

Exempt: No • Full-time, Monday - Friday • Reports to: Account Manager

About the role

The Senior Crew Supervisor oversees and leads a crew of 10–14 employees in daily operational activities, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards. Experience in a cemetery setting is highly preferred. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience operating tractors and performing light masonry work. Proficiency in both English and Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate, and direct the daily activities of a crew of 10–14 employees
• Assign daily tasks and monitor work quality and productivity
• Enforce company policies, safety procedures, and proper equipment use
• Address performance issues and provide coaching as needed
• Operate tractors and other light equipment for ground maintenance
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure quality workmanship
• Ensure headstones, monuments, and grave markers are protected during maintenance
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers, tractors, etc.)
• Schedule routine maintenance and repairs of equipment
• Monitor inventory of tools, supplies, and landscaping materials
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, local regulations, and cemetery policies
• Conduct safety briefings and enforce PPE requirements
• Communicate effectively with management, staff, and cemetery personnel
• Maintain records of crew performance, timekeeping, and project completion
• Address on-site issues and provide effective problem resolution
• Promote teamwork and maintain a respectful, professional work environment
• Assist with planning schedules and staffing needs
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Immediately report unsafe working conditions and/or practices to the Account Manager
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, cemetery operations, or a memorial park environment
• Experience managing a team of 10–14 employees
• Prior experience working in a cemetery setting preferred
• Proficient in tractor operation and light equipment use
• Experience with light masonry work
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license required

Preferred Skills

• Proficient in English; Spanish fluency or bilingual ability strongly preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA and workplace safety standards
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities

Physical Requirements

• Physically demanding tasks include bending, lifting, kneeling, prolonged standing and/or sitting, and repetitive tasks
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and on uneven ground and landscape slopes
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work quietly and respectfully during services