Fertilizer Crew Leader

Sun Valley Landscaping; Omaha (NE); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Profit sharing

Daily pay card

Year-round program

Employee navigator program

Paid holidays

Unlimited uniforms

Boots and pants reimbursement

Simple IRA match

Paid parental leave

Bereavement leave

Wellness reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Sun Valley Landscaping is seeking a Fertilizer Crew Leader to oversee fertilization, weed control, and lawn care for both residential and commercial properties. You will ensure turf health per university extension standards, supervise operations with minimal guidance, and maintain safety and quality across projects.

The role requires extensive experience in lawn chemical application, equipment operation, and team coordination.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Nebraska Pesticide Applicators license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience with lawn chemical/fert applications including walk-behind and ride-on spreaders and aerators.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience operating commercial lawn mowing, trimming, and blowing equipment.
• Must possess a driver’s license, clean criminal record, and pass a drug test.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and have full mobility.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Perform all lawn care applications and functions.
• Keep an organized inventory, truck, and professional appearance.
• Fill in on mowing and enhancement teams as needed.
• Operate a snowplow and truck during the snow removal season.
• Interact with clients and educate on best practices.
• Enter daily information into production mobile tracking software.
• Ensure each job is on time and on budget with exceptional service.

Conocimientos

Lawn chemical application

Equipment operation

Bilingual English/Spanish

Driver’s license

Physical stamina

Team coordination

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Nebraska Pesticide Applicators license (or obtain within 30 days)

Herramientas

Walk-behind spreader

Ride-on spreader

Aerator

Lawn mower maintenance tools

Descripción del empleo

Summary:

The Fertilizer Crew Leader is an experienced industry professional who is proficient in all aspects of fertilization, weed control and all lawn care services for both residential and commercial markets. The main objective is to perform all lawn care applications and functions to maintain proper turf health per the standards and research provided by the University of Nebraska Lincoln Extension Office. Candidate will require minimal supervision and conduct all jobs in a safe manner and in accordance with our company core values. Duties include, but are not limited to:

Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform all lawn care applications and functions.
• Keep an organized inventory, truck, and professional appearance always.
• Fill in on mowing and enhancement teams as needed.
• Operate a snowplow and truck during the snow removal season.
• Interact, communicate, and educate clientele on best practices.
• Enter daily information into production mobile tracking software.
• Ensures each job is kept on time and on budget, while providing exceptional service.
• Measurables:
• Safety
• Training
• Quality
• $26-$33 per hour, depending on experience
• Profit share, if earned
• Daily pay card
• Year-round program
• Employee navigator program
• Paid holidays
• Unlimited free uniforms
• Work boots and pants reimbursement
• Simple IRA company match
• Paid parental and bereavement leave
• Wellness reimbursement

Desired Experience and Education:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience of lawn chemical/fert application that includes operation of walk behind and ride-on spreaders and aerators
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience operating commercial lawn mowing, trimming, and blowing equipment.
• Ideal candidate has Nebraska Pesticide Applicators license or must obtain within first 30 days of employment.
• Experienced with both residential and commercial properties a plus
• Possess the ability to perform preventative maintenance on mowers and other equipment.
• Must possess a driver’s license, clean criminal record, and have ability to pass a drug test.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. without assistance
• Physically able to have full range of mobility in upper and lower body
• Always maintain a positive and supportive attitude
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus

Reports to: lawn maintenance field manager

Works closely with: lawn mowing crews, irrigation team, supply yard team, mechanic, operations manager

Direct reports: none (potentially 1 in the spring and fall)

Typical Hours: Mon-Fri, 7:00am-5:00pm (hours vary based on time of year); some Saturdays