Enhancements Crew Leader

Perficut Companies, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training provided

Opportunities for advancement

Uniforms and equipment provided

Paid holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Perficut Companies, Inc. is seeking a Crew Leader to oversee a small field crew and ensure quality workmanship on landscape enhancement projects in Des Moines, IA.

You will lead 1–3 crew members, coordinate with the supervisor and clients, and track time and job data using on-site devices. Ideal candidates bring 2 years of landscape or construction experience, a valid driver's license (CDL a plus), and a commitment to safety and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in landscape, construction, or related fields.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be added to company insurance.
• Class A CDL preferred or obtainable within 45 days of hire.
• English and preferably Spanish bilingual is a plus.
• Ability to achieve required certifications within 45 days of placement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of 1–3 workers.
• Communicate with manager, crew, and clients.
• Track time and job data using on-site devices.
• Operate landscape/construction equipment safely.
• Ensure work adheres to quality standards and safety programs.
• Develop competency with equipment and tools.
• Complete daily tasks with minimal supervision.
• Maintain equipment with light upkeep.
• Maintain professional relationships with partners.
• Demonstrate decision-making and problem solving on site.
• Work outside regular hours and in all weather conditions.

Skills

Crew management

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

Time-tracking devices

Landscape equipment

In-field technology

Job description

Position Overview

The Crew Leader is a production role for those who have at least 2 years of relevant experience performing landscape enhancements. The Crew Leader spends the majority of their day in the field managing crew members and work quality.

Benefits

• On-the-job training provided
• Opportunities for advancement
• Learn new skills and cross-train with other departments
• Support for getting your pesticide applicator’s commercial certification
• Support for attaining a Class A CDL
• 90-day retention bonus for employees in good standing
• Uniforms and equipment provided
• Paid holidays and PTO package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401(k), and Employee Assistance Program available

Day-to-Day Stuff

• Manage a crew of 1 – 3 workers
• Communicate with manager, crew members, and clients
• Operate electronic devices to track time and job data
• Operate landscape/construction equipment
• Perform work with special attention placed on quality standards, adhering to safety program, and delivering the services as outlined by the supervisor
• Develop competency in operating equipment and tools needed to perform daily tasks
• Perform the work requested by the supervisor in the timeframe requested and to the level of professionalism demanded by members of Team Perficut
• Complete daily tasks with minimal supervision
• Perform light maintenance on equipment needed to perform daily tasks
• Maintain a professional relationship with business partners (vendors, clients)
• Decision-making skills
• Use general, in-field technology
• Work outside regular business hours as needs dictate
• Work in all adverse weather conditions
• Operate snow and ice removal equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Characteristics Needed to Succeed

• 2 years prior experience in landscape, construction, or similar fields
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to be added onto company’s insurance policy
• Class A CDL preferred or the ability to acquire one within 45 days of hire
• English/Spanish bilingual is a plus
• Achieve any department required certification within 45 days of placement
• Effective communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Demonstrate mastery of training programs technician has previously participated in
• Critical thinking skills
• Willingness to learn plant material and industry best practices.
• Possesses basic math skills.
• Ability to work in a safety aware environment
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions

Physical Demands

Required

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:

• Lift and carry weights ranging from 25 to 50 pounds with frequency
• Occasional lifting and carrying weights ranging from 51 to 100 pounds.
• Occasional bending, kneeling, crouching and stooping
• Frequent standing
• Occasional operation of equipment
• Occasional sitting, climbing and reaching above shoulder height
• Frequent repetitive hand movements/grasping
• Good vision, corrected to normal
• Good hearing, corrected to normal; or ability to communicate/understand required information and to perform job duties
• Ability to be mobile throughout required work areas

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 each work environment will vary and could sporadically be loud.

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.

Pre-Employment Lift Test & Drug Screen Required

Proof of employment eligibility is required

Perficut is an Equal-Opportunity Employer