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Operations Manager - Landscape and Lawn Services

The Lawn Specialist

USonsitePosted Jun 2, 2026

About the role

Operations Manager – Landscape & Lawn Services The Lawn Specialist | Joplin, MO

Lead People. Build a Team. Help Customers Enjoy Their Lawns.

The Lawn Specialist is seeking an Operations Manager to help lead our growing lawn and landscape company serving Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas.

We are not looking for someone to simply mow grass. We are looking for a leader who can help build people, create exceptional customer experiences, maintain high quality standards, and help us continue to grow.

Our company is built on hospitality, professionalism, and doing what we say we will do. We want every customer to feel like they have their own personal groundskeeper.

About the Position

This is a working manager position. You will spend part of your time leading crews and working alongside team members while also helping plan work, maintain quality standards, train employees, communicate with customers, and ensure jobs are completed successfully.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise lawn and landscape crews

Maintain quality standards on all properties

Train and develop team members

Assist with scheduling and daily planning

Verify daily time records

Monitor production and crew efficiency

Complete reports and logs

Communicate professionally with customers

Perform lawn maintenance and landscape installation work as needed

Help maintain equipment and vehicles

Solve problems and make sound decisions in the field

Support a positive and professional company culture

Qualifications

Previous experience leading employees or crews

Strong communication and leadership skills

Ability to work independently and make decisions

Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Ability to operate landscape equipment and trucks

Strong organizational skills

Reliable, dependable, and trustworthy

Positive attitude and customer-focused mindset

Preferred Experience

Lawn and landscape management

Irrigation systems

Landscape installation

Equipment operation

Production or operations management

Construction, excavation, utility, or related outdoor service industries

What Success Looks Like

High-quality work completed consistently

Crews that are productive and accountable

Customers who are delighted with our service

Team members who are growing and improving

A positive, professional work environment

Compensation

Competitive compensation based on experience, leadership ability, and proven results.

Why Join The Lawn Specialist?

Year-round work opportunities

Growing company with advancement potential

Family-oriented culture

Professional work environment

Opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of the company

If you are a leader who enjoys serving customers, developing people, and building something meaningful, we would love to talk with you

Work Location: In person

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