Driver and Crew Member

Natures Image; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Natures Image in California is hiring a Driver & Crew Member to join our operations team. You will drive, operate equipment, and perform physically demanding landscaping tasks to support environmental initiatives.

The role reports to the Crew Foreman and requires a valid CA driver's license, a clean record, and the ability to follow safety guidelines. You will inspect vehicles, operate tools, and help prepare job sites.

Qualifications

• Valid California driver's license and clean driving record.
• Knowledge of current driving regulations and safety laws.
• Able to follow safety procedures and emergency guidelines.
• Experience in landscaping or construction preferred.
• Experience operating power equipment is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions.
• Ability to work independently and in various roles.
• Willingness to work outdoors in different conditions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect truck before/after trips and submit reports.
• Safely operate all company vehicles and equipment.
• Report mechanical failures to Foreman immediately.
• Follow safety policies and corporate guidelines.
• Perform work safely and efficiently on site.
• Prepare and maintain jobsite areas (dig trenches, weed, clean debris).
• Conduct landscaping, irrigation, hydroseeding, and maintenance tasks.
• Use hand tools and small equipment as required.
• Operate line trimmer, hedger, weedwhacker, backpack sprayer, chainsaw, etc.
• Complete tasks with safety and quality as priority.
• Wear PPE and follow all safety procedures.
• Report issues to supervisor and equipment needs for repair.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CA Driver's License

Clean driving record

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Independent worker

Landscaping experience

Power equipment experience

Teamwork

Job description

Natures Image is looking for a capable Driver & Crew Member to join our growing operations team. If you have a passion for helping the environment, this is the place for you!

The Driver & Crew Member reports to the Crew Foreman and will perform a wide range of physically demanding tasks. The Driver & Crew Member must have a valid driver's license and maintain an excellent driving record. Additionally, the position requires use of physical strength, hand-eye coordination, and endurance to complete job tasks. The ability to understand and communicate information and follow all safety guidelines is necessary to perform all tasks.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITY

• Vehicle responsibilities include:
  • Inspects truck before and after trips, submit inspection reports
  • Safe operation of all company driven equipment.
  • Report mechanical failures or breakdowns to Foreman immediately.
  • Follow all safety and corporate policies as outlined by the company
• To perform work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Cleans and prepares specific areas of jobsite as assigned. This may include but not limited to digging trenches, clearing weeds, cleaning up rubble, debris, and trash.
• General duties performed include landscaping, irrigation, maintenance, hydroseeding, vegetation removal and installations.
• Use of hand tools and small equipment when required.
• Use of line trimmer, hedger, weedwhacker, backpack sprayer, chainsaw, and other equipment when required.
• Responsible for safe, efficient and quality completion of tasks assigned by supervisor.
• Wears personal protective equipment at all times and follows all safety procedures at all times.
• Reports any issues to supervisor or higher-level employee.
• Reports equipment in need of repair to supervisor.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• E-Verify, Background check, drug screen, & physical
• Valid California driver's license and maintain excellent driving record
• Know and understand current driving regulations and observe all safety laws and regulations.
• Abide by and all safety and emergency procedures. Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Experience in commercial landscaping or construction preferred.
• Experience in operating power equipment a plus.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions.
• Ability to work in a variety of roles.
• Work in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Be able to physically operate a motor vehicle safely at all times.
• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to and push and/or pull 50-pound loads at a time.
• Must be able to work in a variety of inclement weather conditions, including heat and humidity, and tolerate exposure to dust and noise.
• Must be able to stand and walk up to eight hours per day.
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces up to eight hours per day.
• Manual dexterity as needed to operate a variety of machinery and equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Wage: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour. DOE.

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran