Landscape Construction Crew Leader

Full Time
Des Moines, IA 50313
Posted
Job description

Position Overview

This department has specialized positions that require attention to detail and a passion for plant-life. If you take great pride in planting, seeding, watering, and overseeing plant-health ~ this may be a great fit for you! The construction/landscape department conducts all work in the field and the primary functions include, but are not limited to: planting, seeding, soil preparation, installations, erosion control, and operation of seeding equipment. As a Crew Leader, knowledge of hardscapes and operation of other specialized equipment (skid loader, tractor, hydro-seed machine, water truck, etc.) is required.


This is a year-round, full-time position. During Winter, the primary function will change to support business needs to include snow removal and equipment maintenance.


What’s in it for me as an employee?

  • Opportunity for advancement
  • On-the-job training
  • Learn new skills and cross-train with other departments
  • Support for achieving any department required certification
  • 90-day retention bonus for employees in good standing
  • Uniforms and equipment provided
  • 401(k), PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance and Employee Assistance Program

Day-to-Day Stuff:

  • Lead a crew of 1- 3 workers
  • Adhere consistently to established quality and safety standards
  • Demonstrate competency in operating landscape-construction equipment; if unfamiliar, consistently demonstrate willingness to learn
  • Meet deadlines and expectations expressed by manager
  • Communicate effectively with manager and crew members
  • Perform light maintenance on equipment in the field, as needed
  • Understand and meet project specific production budgets and deadlines
  • Other assigned duties during Winter months will consist of preparation for upcoming projects, organizing inventory, and shop work
  • Other duties assigned

What you need to succeed:

  • Valid driver’s license and have the ability to be added onto company’s insurance policy. CDL Class “A” License preferred but must possess the ability to acquire additional driver’s license endorsements, as needed.
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
  • Achieve any department required certification within 30 days or as directed by manager, including but not limited to: OSHA 30 Certification
  • Ability to read plans and perform in-field layout and measurements.
  • Complete daily work orders according to instructions, accurately log work completed and return completed work order, following established process
  • Accurately record hours worked on a daily basis, as expected per project
  • Demonstrate mastery of landscape skills gained through prior training
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with peers and teammates
  • Able to assess situations and make appropriate decisions
  • Proficient using basic, in-field technology
  • Must be able to work in a safety aware environment
  • Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
  • Regular and prompt attendance required; Ability to work outside regular business hours, as needed
  • Ability to work alternate hours and travel to multiple locations (occasionally and as needed)
  • Must be available for extended hours during snow events; mandatory overtime
  • Uniform deposit required

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day with the ability to be mobile throughout required work areas. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items up to 50 lbs. The employee will be required to generate up to 125 lbs of push/pull force when maneuvering various equipment/supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.


Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be expected to work outside in all types of weather conditions; conditions include occasional extreme heat exposure due to natural climate. The noise level in the work environment can be loud; vibration levels are moderate.


Let’s Cut to the Chase

Since 1989, Perficut has been a force to reckon with in the landscaping industry. Since then, we have expanded into a site management company with endlessly growing roots. Our unrivaled passion for details and exceeding client expectations attracts the best around. We collaborate as a team to make the most meaningful impact with everything we do, in the most memorable ways. We don’t see this impact as a singular enterprise. We see it as the result of the efforts of a fabulous group of people working together with the drive needed to succeed. If you are interested in becoming inspired by hard work and fine details, you have found the right place.


The Perficut Way…

At Perficut, your success is our success and we are committed to your development. If you want to be a part of the greatest site management company in America with the opportunity to make a difference, this is the place for you! Our dedicated team of inspired individuals makes working here a great career experience, where your ideas and efforts count towards endless opportunities.


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Pre-Employment Lift Test & Drug Screen Required

Proof of employment eligibility is required.

Perficut is an Equal-Opportunity Employer

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