Operating Partner / Owner-Operator (Buy-In or Earn-In Partnership)Build Equity. Lead Operations. Grow a Successful Business.
Are you an experienced landscape professional ready to move beyond being an employee and become a business owner?
We are seeking a motivated, hands-on Operating Partner to help lead and grow an established landscape maintenance company with a loyal client base of 120+ weekly maintenance customers and a strong reputation built over many years.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership of daily operations while building equity through either:
- Buying into the business, or
- Earning ownership over time through performance and results.
If you’ve dreamed of owning a successful landscaping company without starting from scratch, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
About the Business
- Established and profitable landscape maintenance company
- Over 120 recurring weekly maintenance clients
- Excellent customer retention and strong reputation
- Established systems, equipment, and trained staff
- Significant opportunity for continued growth in maintenance, enhancements, and snow services
Your Role
As the Operating Partner, you will take the lead in the day-to-day operation of the business while working alongside the owner during the transition.
Responsibilities include:
- Leading daily field operations
- Managing crews and maintaining accountability
- Scheduling routes and maximizing efficiency
- Hiring, training, and developing employees
- Ensuring exceptional customer service and quality
- Managing equipment maintenance
- Estimating and selling additional services
- Driving revenue growth and profitability
- Helping shape the future direction of the company
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 5 years of landscape maintenance management experience
- Proven leadership and team management skills
- Strong knowledge of landscape maintenance operations
- Experience scheduling crews and managing productivity
- Customer-focused with excellent communication skills
- Business-minded with an ownership mentality
- Financially responsible and accountable
- Ability to identify opportunities for growth and efficiency
- Valid driver’s licence with a clean driving record
Partnership Options
We are flexible and looking for the right person.
Possible partnership structures include:
- Immediate buy-in
- Gradual earn-in based on performance
- Combination of salary, profit sharing, and equity
The ideal candidate is someone looking for a long-term opportunity to build wealth through business ownership rather than simply collecting a paycheque.
Why This Opportunity?
- Walk into an established business with recurring revenue
- Loyal customer base already in place
- Existing equipment, systems, and trained staff
- Opportunity to build real equity
- Direct mentorship from the current owner
- Significant growth potential
If you’re ambitious, hardworking, and ready to become more than just an employee, we’d love to have a confidential conversation with you.
Apply in confidence by submitting your resume along with a brief introduction explaining why you’re interested in becoming an operating partner rather than simply seeking another management position.
Pay: $50,000.00-$75,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
