Hardscape Crew Leader

currinoutdoor; Wendell (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Currin Outdoor Living is seeking a Hardscape Crew Leader to guide a 2–4 person crew in completing hardscape projects across the Triangle area. The role involves interpreting designs, managing daily tasks, ordering materials, and operating equipment such as mini excavators and skid steers.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in landscape construction or hardscape installation, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work on-site in North Carolina. Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years hardscape installation experience.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Eligibility to work in the United States and in-person in North Carolina.
• Ability to operate basic landscape equipment and drive light-duty dump trucks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a hardscape crew of 2–4 team members.
• Complete daily task logs and hour tracking.
• Read designs, work orders, and blueprints for each project.
• Confirm and order materials for each project.
• Operate equipment (mini excavators, skid steers, saws, grinders, compactor).
• Drive light-duty dump trucks and adhere to safe trailer methods.
• Maintain and organize equipment and shop area.
• Coordinate with production manager on tasks.

Skills

Team leadership

Reading designs/blueprints

Equipment operation

Valid Driver’s License

In-person work in NC

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Degree in Landscape/Construction

Tools

Mini excavators

Skid steers

Concrete saws

Grinder

Plate compactor

Job description

Hardscape Crew Leader

Title: Hardscape Crew Leader

FLSA Status: Exempt

Shift: 1st

Reports to: Director of Installations

Department: N/A

Employment Status: Full-Time

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

Date Created/Last Evaluated: October 2024

Summary

The Hardscape Field Manager is responsible for leading and working alongside a crew of 2-4 team members to complete hardscape projects. This role involves managing daily operations, including reading and interpreting designs, work orders, and blueprints, and ensuring that all project tasks are executed efficiently and to the highest standards. The Field Manager will handle material orders, equipment operation (such as mini excavators, skid steers, concrete saws, and more), and ensure proper equipment maintenance.

Essential Functions

• Lead and work with hardscape crew of 2-4 team members
• Complete daily task logs and hour tracking
• Read designs, work orders, and blueprints for each project
• Confirm and order materials for each assigned project
• Operate equipment not limited to mini excavators, skid steers, concrete saw, grinder, plate compactor, etc.
• Drive light duty dump truck and adhere to proper trailering methods
• Check and maintain equipment and trucks
• Organize shop and trucks to keep an orderly work environment
• Communicate and coordinate with production manager for assigned project tasks

Required Experience

• 3-5 years hardscape installation
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Ability to work in-person in North Carolina
• Ability to operate basic landscape equipment
• Ability to drive a light duty dump truck and have trailering experience

Ideal Qualifications and Skills

• 5+ years of installation experience in Landscape Construction/Hardscape, working with natural stone and concrete products to create patios, walls, and outdoor kitchen areas
• Degree in Landscape or Construction Field
• Bilingual: Ability to speak Spanish and English

Supervisory Responsibilities

Leading and working alongside a crew of 2-4 team members to complete hardscape projects

Physical Demands

The position requires various physical activities, including prolonged standing, walking, stooping, crawling, kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, reaching, grasping, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and handling. Other requirements include talking, hearing, depth perception, manual dexterity, and a wide field of vision. Candidates must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds.

Work Environment

The physical demands of this position include being exposed to various outdoor conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and humidity. You will encounter fluctuating weather patterns and work in both wet and dry environments. This role also involves frequent exposure to high noise levels from equipment and machinery, as well as vibrations from the use of power tools.

Additional environmental exposures include:

• Proximity to moving mechanical parts, such as lawn mowers, trimmers, and other landscaping equipment.
• Potential exposure to electrical hazards, particularly when working near or with electrical systems (e.g., lighting or irrigation systems).
• Atmospheric conditions, such as dust, pollen, and fumes from machinery, fertilizers, or chemicals, requiring proper safety measures.
• Risk of electrical shock when using certain power tools or working around electrical systems.
• Working on or near wet, slippery surfaces, or uneven terrain, which may increase the risk of slips and falls.
• Bee stings and other bug bites

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel

This position is required to travel to job sites in the Triangle area.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

Currin Outdoor Living is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Currin Outdoor Living complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.