Landscape/maintenance department manager

Ryan Lawn & Tree is one of the most respected lawn and tree care companies in the Midwest, serving customers across Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Iowa, and Nebraska. As a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company, we believe our people are our greatest competitive advantage — and that belief starts with how we hire. We're on a mission to raise the bar for our entire industry — attracting exceptional people, treating them right, and doing work that leaves a mark on every community we touch.

Lead. Inspire. Own It — Literally.

You don't just see a yard. You see potential. You know that a perfectly designed outdoor space can change how someone feels about their home, their neighborhood, their life. And you know that the team behind that transformation matters just as much as the plants in the ground.

If leading a crew of passionate people, building something real, and actually owning a piece of what you create sounds like your kind of career — keep reading.

What You'll Do

You'll own the Ryan Outdoor Living Landscape Department in Wichita — top to bottom. That means:

• Lead with vision. Manage all landscape design and installation operations, setting bold short- and long-term goals — then hitting them.
• Build a team worth bragging about. Recruit, interview, coach, and retain the kind of associates who make you want to show up every day.
• Develop your people. Evaluate performance with honesty and care, helping every team member become their very best.
• Know your numbers. Manage department financials with clarity, constructing monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets.
• Set the standard. Drive quality and productivity, stay ahead of industry trends, and keep Ryan at the front of the pack.
• Create a culture people love. Listen to your team. Foster a work environment where people thrive — not just survive.

Requirements

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree preferred + 3+ years of strong management experience, OR a combination of education and 5+ years of management experience
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• A passion for people development and building great teams
• Valid state driver's license (clean record required)
• Ability to obtain a Driver's Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT required)

SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION: This is a safety-sensitive position requiring the operation of vehicles and equipment. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen (including marijuana), criminal background check, MVR check, and DOT physical (where applicable) before starting employment. Candidates must meet all screening requirements as a condition of employment.

Why Ryan? Because You'll Actually Own This.

Here's what sets us apart:

Perks Details

• Strong Pay Starting at $75,000 depending on experience
• Employee Ownership 100% ESOP — your work builds your wealth
• Time Off 17 PTO days + 11 paid holidays
• Full Benefits Health, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) With company match
• Year-Round Stability Full-time, always — no seasonal layoffs

Ready to Lead Something That's Actually Yours?

If you're the kind of leader who gets fired up building great teams, delivering beautiful work, and being part of something bigger than a paycheck — we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help us show the industry what's possible.

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