What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Crew Leader position at GroundsPRO?
GroundsPRO, LLC is a full-service commercial grounds maintenance company that strives to provide the best customer service and products in the industry. We offer our clients a great wealth of knowledge and experience to help protect and improve our clients’ assets in the Greater Cincinnati/Dayton Region.
Job Summary:
The Landscaping Crew Leader oversees and performs a variety of landscape activities, such as planting, weeding, digging, spreading topsoil and other materials, and seasonal lawn preparation. The Landscaping Crew Leader may also operate lawnmowers and related equipment and will assist staff on all projects as assigned.
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General Landscaping – 80%
- Oversees and works with a crew of 2 – 4 employees.
- Oversees and performs planting and related activities.
- Moves materials and equipment and performs related duties to assist in landscaping and hardscaping.
- Installs hardscapes, and demolishes hardscapes.
- Oversees and digs holes and trenches and excavates for landscaping and hardscaping using picks and shovels or related equipment.
- Oversees and hauls or spreads topsoil, gravel, sand, mulch, or related materials using wheelbarrows and rakes.
- Oversees and hand-finishes grade, and applies seed, straw, or sod.
- Maintains assigned equipment and notifies Landscape Manager of needed repairs.
- Responds politely to customer inquiries and projects a professional image.
- Reports to work at the required time and performs duties as assigned by the Landscape Manager
- Loads equipment and materials on and off trucks and trailers.
- Performs snow removal activities as assigned, such as shoveling, salting, etc.
- Assist Landscape Maintenance staff on projects as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
Chemical Treatments – 10%
- Applies chemicals under the direction of a licensed chemical applicator.
Special Projects – 10%
- Assist and participate in special projects as assigned.
- Assist and support the Landscape Maintenance staff on projects as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- 3-5 years of experience in the landscaping field.
- This position requires a high school degree or GED.
- State Driver’s License and insurable with the company’s agent.
- Working knowledge of standard horticultural practices.
- Pesticide Certification is a plus.
- Ability to operate a truck and trailer combination proficiently.
- Lift 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally lift/move more.
- Maintain the physical fitness level necessary to complete assigned tasks.
- Be able to read and write.
- Meet all applicable Federal and State mandated labor laws.
- Pass a pre-employment drug screen - drivers only
- Be able to withstand strenuous work in adverse weather conditions.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 90 days of employment.
Weekly Pay
- 5 paid vacation days that begin accruing immediately and are available for use after 90 days.
- Employer-paid life insurance policy with the opportunity to purchase more.
- 401K after one year of service with a company match up to 4%.
- Performance review with a potential increase after 90 days
- $250 bonus after 6 months with minimal call-offs
- Opportunity to earn an additional paid day off for showing up each month
- Referral bonus program
- Opportunities for advancement
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental Insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10-hour shift
- 8-hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Experience:
- Landscaping: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
