Lead Gardener

Job overview

The Lead Gardener role is an onsite, full-time position in Saint Louis, MO, paying $30–$40 per hour. Kirkwood Home & Landscape provides garden design, installation, and maintenance alongside hardscape and residential construction services. The Lead Gardener supervises and works with a small crew to maintain residential gardens and coordinate work with clients and management. The role also supports garden design and seasonal arrangements while helping deliver finished outdoor spaces for clients.

What you'll do

• Lead and work alongside a crew of 1–2 experienced gardeners.
• Maintain residential gardens through pruning, weeding, watering, planting, and deadheading.
• Assist with garden design, seasonal pot arrangements, and organizing plant materials.
• Manage scheduling and coordinate with clients, crew, and management.
• Work outdoors in varied weather conditions.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

lead gardener

saint louis mo

kirkwood home & landscape

landscaping

residential gardens

crew leadership

garden maintenance

garden design

$30–$40/hr

medical insurance

paid holidays

cell phone compensation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 90% company-paid medical insurance, four paid holidays, compensated cell phone usage, and respectful management.

Why this role

90% company-paid medical insurance, four paid holidays, compensated cell phone usage, and respectful management. Requires 5+ years of gardening experience, a valid driver's license, and reliable transportation.

About the employer

Kirkwood Home & Landscape LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Landscaping Services. Sector: 56.