Full Time Gardens & Landscapes Crew Leader
Newport, RI Gardens & Landscapes
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Bring history to life - one landscape at a time!


At The Preservation Society of Newport County, you’ll help care for and showcase 13 of Newport’s most iconic historic properties and landscapes. As the Gardens & Landscapes Crew Leader, you’ll lead a hands-on seasonal team in maintaining beautiful, welcoming grounds. This is a working leadership role for someone who loves the outdoors, takes pride in craftsmanship, and enjoys guiding a team. You’ll plan daily work, operate equipment, maintain lawns and gardens, support seasonal staff, and collaborate to ensure every property meets our high standards for appearance, safety, and care.


Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm


WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Lead and supervise a seasonal crew of 5–10 grounds staff
  • Maintain lawns, gardens, trees, walkways, and drainage systems
  • Operate and maintain landscaping equipment (mowers, tractors, snow removal tools)
  • Assist with planting, pruning, seasonal clean-ups, and snow/ice control
  • Promote a safe, productive, and team-oriented work environment
Requirements

WHAT YOU BRING

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 3+ years of groundskeeping or landscaping experience preferred
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to work outdoors in all weather
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate power equipment

FULL TIME BENEFITS

  • Significantly discounted health and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (with generous employer contribution!)
  • Complimentary life insurance
  • Complimentary short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • 12 Holidays, annually
  • 3 weeks of vacation time
  • Sick Time
  • 3 personal days
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan (with up to 6% employer match & core contribution)
  • Free Employee Assistance Program
  • PSNC Family Membership and more!
Salary Description
$23.00 per hour