Crew Leader-Commercial Grounds Maintenance

Bland Landscaping Company; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in landscaping is seeking a dedicated Crew Leader for Commercial Grounds Maintenance. This hands-on role involves supervising a year-round crew, ensuring high-quality landscape maintenance services. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, possess excellent communication skills, and be capable of working outdoors in various conditions. With significant opportunities for advancement, this position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off. Join a team that values hard work and dedication in a thriving environment.

Benefits

BCBS Health Insurance including Vision/Dental

40 hours Paid Time Off annually

11 Observed Holidays

Company Matched 401K

Qualifications

• Mid-senior level position requiring hands-on landscaping experience.
• Must have a valid NC Driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train maintenance crews on landscape maintenance.
• Schedule and manage daily workloads and maintain client relations.

Skills

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Good communication skills

Self-motivated with minimal supervision

Safe handling of chemicals and equipment

Tools

Mowers

Tillers

Edgers

Chainsaws

Backpack blowers

Job description

Join to apply for the Crew Leader-Commercial Grounds Maintenance role at Bland Landscaping Company.

The Commercial Grounds Maintenance (CGM) Crew Leader/Foreman is a hands-on landscaping position supervising a year-round crew with commercial landscaping maintenance services, as well as performing certain planning, administrative, and regulatory functions.

CGM Crew Leader responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supervise and train maintenance crews on all aspects of landscape maintenance services.
• Mowing, raking, digging, and weeding of commercial properties landscapes.
• Load and unload heavy equipment and planting materials from trucks.
• Schedule and manage daily workloads.
• Plan, coordinate, and collect equipment and job materials each day.
• Attend and participate in crew and department general and safety meetings.
• Prepare timesheets and other daily paperwork as required by the company.
• Safely operate company-owned trucks (with or without trailers) and transport crew members.
• Maintain on-site relations and communications with clients, contractors, and/or subcontractors.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation controllers (changing times, replacing heads, etc.).

Safe Operation And Maintenance Of the Following Landscaping Equipment:

• Mowers - Push, walk-behind, and ride.
• Tillers, aerators, and slit seeders.
• Edgers, string trimmers, and chainsaws.
• Backpack blowers and sprayers.
• Hand tools such as shovels, picks, rakes, and pruning tools.
• Occasionally wheel tractors.

Pay/Benefits Package:

• $650 to $995 Weekly Salary.
• BCBS Health Insurance including Vision/Dental.
• 40 hours (PTO) Paid Time Off annually + 11 Observed Holidays.
• Company Matched 401K.

Note:

• As we continue to grow, all positions have significant opportunities for advancement, provided the candidate meets the proper qualifications and demonstrates an ambitious work ethic.
• If this opportunity isn't the right fit, check out our other positions across various locations in North Carolina.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

• Bland Landscaping Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind based on protected characteristics.

Required Skills:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds routinely.
• Ability to bend and stoop continually.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work around environmental risks like bees, poison ivy, pollen, thorns.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision.
• Proper attire including sturdy shoes, uniforms, and PPE.
• Professional and polite demeanor.
• Safe handling of chemicals and equipment.
• Valid NC Driver's license with a good driving record (CDL preferred).
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Willingness to obtain NC Pesticide applicators license.
• Good communication skills and ability to motivate others.
• Compliance with company policies and procedures.

Additional Information:

• Position level: Mid-Senior level.
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing.