First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in landscaping or groundskeeping activities. Work may involve reviewing contracts to ascertain service, machine, and workforce requirements; answering inquiries from potential customers regarding methods, material, and price ranges; and preparing estimates according to labor, material, and machine costs.
Common Job Titles
- Golf Course Superintendent
- Grounds Manager
- Grounds Supervisor
- Landscape Supervisor
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- KnowledgeOrganize work schedules and resource allocation for landscaping crews independently across multiple job sites, balancing labor, equipment, and time constraints.Proficient
- MindsetAdvocate for team development and employee performance improvement while coaching and motivating subordinates to achieve quality standards.Proficient
- KnowledgeEvaluate work quality and compliance with contract specifications through on-site inspections and monitoring of groundskeeping activities.Proficient
- Hands-onOperate landscaping equipment including mowers, trimmers, and tractors with attachments demonstrating proper technique and safety protocols.Proficient
- MindsetReconcile safety requirements with production demands ensuring compliance with public safety regulations while meeting client deadlines.Proficient
- MindsetBalance competing priorities among multiple client projects while managing resources and resolving conflicts with team members.Proficient
- KnowledgeCalculate project estimates based on labor, material, and equipment costs when responding to customer inquiries and preparing service proposals.Developing
- MindsetEngage with customers and stakeholders to address service needs applying customer service principles and active listening skills.Developing
- KnowledgeApply knowledge of horticulture, chemistry, and mechanical systems when troubleshooting landscape maintenance issues and selecting appropriate treatments.Developing
- KnowledgeAnalyze personnel requirements and skill gaps to support staffing decisions and training program development.Developing
- Hands-onPerform equipment maintenance and basic repairs on landscaping machinery following manufacturer guidelines and preventive maintenance schedules.Developing
- KnowledgeInterpret landscape design plans and contract specifications to communicate work requirements clearly to crew members.Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
124,130
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $39,270. 25th percentile: U.S. $46,350. 50th percentile: U.S. $56,170. 75th percentile: U.S. $70,320. 90th percentile: U.S. $83,080. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $39,270 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $83,080 |
| Workers on average earn | $59,380 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Customer and Personal Service4.0/5
- English Language3.9/5
- Administration and Management3.9/5
- Mathematics3.7/5
- Public Safety and Security3.7/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
Technology Skills
- Inventory management software
- Payroll software
- Work order software
Tools & Equipment
- Adjustable hand wrenches
- Adjustable widemouth pliers
- Bed shapers
- Brick cutters
- Bucket trucks
- Chainsaws
- Claw hammers
- Cordless drills