Landscape Maintenance Team Leader
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Landscape Maintenance Team Leader is an experienced landscaper who is able to work with minimal supervision. The position works as a member of the team and leads, directs, and motivates the crew to complete jobs within specified hours and to exceed the customers’ expectations.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Completes landscape maintenance duties such as but not limited to hedge/shrub trimming, spring clean-ups, fall clean-ups, edging/mulching, pruning, etc.
• Completes the job in the most time-efficient manner meeting the company productivity targets while meeting our quality standards
• Routinely interacts with customers when working at job sites by answering questions, responding to customer requests, and ensuring the customer’s satisfaction throughout the project
• Completes all details in electronic logs for each day’s work
• Communicates well with all crew members, supervisor, and customers
• Maintains a clean and safe job site at all times
• Ensures that all equipment safety and maintenance procedures are followed and notifies management of needed repairs
• Briefs supervisor and makes recommendations on job status or customer concerns
• Operates a variety of mechanical equipment including but not limited to chainsaws, hedge clippers, blowers, line trimmers, etc.
• Safely operates vehicles such as truck and trailer combinations
• Snow removal and ice management during the winter months
KNOWLEDGE and EXPERIENCE
• This position requires FIVE years experience in the landscaping field
• Experience as a foreman is preferred, however a very experienced installer/laborer wishing to make the transition from crew person to foreman will be considered
• Strong oral and written communication skills, time management, job planning skills, problem solving skills and mechanical aptitude are a must
• Snow plowing experience is a plus
• Clean Drivers License is required, CDL is a plus
REQUIREMENTS
• Must be at least 23 years of age
• Positive attitude with appreciation and excitement towards the industry
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and under seasonal pressure
• Absolute essential ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Clean and professional appearance
• Punctual and dependable
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Must have a valid driver’s license with clean DMVR and current auto insurance coverage
• Must have an operating smart phone
• Willing to work in a drug free workplace
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Typical spring through fall schedule: Monday-Friday Start Time 7:00am until route / scheduled project is completed or about 8-12 hours per day
Saturday’s as required
• 24 hour availability during winter months for snow and ice control
• Paid weekly and direct deposit is required
• We have weekly meetings to ensure effective communication within our company and discussions on safety are a top priority
• Employees are considered an asset to our company and we prefer to promote within!
This is a seasonal full time hourly position with great pay and year round potential to the right candidate
BENEFITS INCLUDE
• Excellent Wages
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Bonuses
• Employee Discounts
• Opportunities for advancement
We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug free work place.