Landscape Construction Crew Leader

Perficut; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO

8 paid Holidays

Uniforms provided

Equipment provided

Retention bonus (90 days)

Job summary

Perficut in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Landscape Construction Crew Leader to guide field crews in planting, seeding, soil prep, erosion control, and hardscape installation. This full-time, hourly role emphasizes safety, quality, and on-site leadership.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience, a valid driver's license, and CDL is preferred or obtainable within 45 days. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, with strong plan-reading and log-keeping skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in landscape construction.
• Valid driver’s license with eligibility to be added to Company’s auto insurance.
• Class “A” CDL preferred or the ability to acquire within 45 days of hire.
• English/Spanish bilingual is a plus.
• Ability to read plans and perform in-field layout and measurements.
• Accurately log work orders and hours daily.
• Demonstrate mastery of landscape skills from prior training.

Responsibilities

• Lead team for installation of planting, seeding, soil preparation, erosion control installation, and hardscape materials.
• Manage a crew of 1-3 workers and ensure safety and quality standards.
• Meet project budgets and deadlines; communicate with Manager and Crew Members.
• Perform light maintenance on equipment in the field as needed.
• Read plans, perform in-field layout, and document work orders daily.

Skills

Crew leadership

Plan reading & layout

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Tools

Landscape equipment operation

Job description

Position Overview

The Landscape Construction Crew Leader is a full-time, hourly, year-round production role for candidates with at least three years of relevant experience. The Crew Leader spends most of the day in the field managing Crew Members and quality of work.

• Support to obtain Class "A" CDL and department required certifications
• 90-day retention bonus for employees in good standing
• Uniforms and equipment provided
• 401(k) and Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
• Generous PTO package and 8 paid Holidays
• Manage a crew of 1- 3 workers
• Lead team for installation of planting, seeding, soil preparation, erosion control installation, and hardscape materials.
• Consistently adhere to established quality and safety standards
• Demonstrates competency in operating landscape-construction equipment; if unfamiliar, consistently demonstrate willingness to learn
• Meet deadlines and expectations expressed by Manager
• Effectively communicate with Manager and Crew Members
• Perform light maintenance on equipment in the field, as needed
• Understand and meet project specific production budgets and deadlines
• Other duties assigned

What You Need To Succeed

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Valid driver’s license with eligibility to be added to Company’s auto insurance
• Class “A” CDL preferred or the ability to acquire within 45 days of hire
• English/Spanish bilingual is a plus
• Achieve any department required certification within 30 days or as directed by manager
• Ability to read plans and perform in-field layout and measurements.
• Complete daily work orders according to instructions, accurately log work completed, and return completed work order
• Accurately record hours worked on a daily basis
• Demonstrate mastery of landscape skills gained through prior training
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with supervisors, peers and Crew Members
• Ability to assess situations and make appropriate decisions
• Proficient using basic, in-field technology
• Available to work outside regular business hours as needed, including during winter

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry weights ranging from 0 to 50 pounds with frequency
• Occasional lifting and carrying weights ranging from 51 to 125 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 the work environment can be loud; vibration levels are moderate.

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