Enhancements Crew Leader

Perficut; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pesticide certification support

401(k)

Paid holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Uniforms provided

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Perficut in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Crew Leader to manage a small field crew and ensure high-quality landscape enhancements. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliable execution in outdoor environments.

The Crew Leader will supervise 1–3 workers, coordinate with the supervisor, and support for skill development, including safety programs and equipment operation. On-the-job training is provided and advancement opportunities exist.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of landscape enhancement experience.
• Able to train and supervise a small crew.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of 1–3 workers and coordinate daily tasks.
• Communicate with manager, crew members, and clients.
• Operate time-tracking and job data devices.
• Maintain safety and quality standards on site.
• Perform light maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Crew leadership

Time tracking

Communication

Field operations

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.

• 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
• Manage a crew of 1 – 3 workers
• Communicate with manager, crew members, and clients
• Operate electronic devices to track time and job data
• 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)
• Work outside regular business hours as needs dictate
• Work in all adverse weather conditions
• Operate snow and ice removal equipment
• Other duties as assigned

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:

• 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