Landscape Maintenance Crew Member

Perficut; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

401(k) with Company match

Generous PTO package

Job summary

A landscaping company in Council Bluffs is looking for a Crew Member to perform various tasks such as mowing, trimming, and snow removal. The ideal candidate will have a valid driver’s license and a high school diploma or equivalent, with the ability to work effectively in a team and follow instructions. This position includes on-the-job training, opportunities for advancement, and a generous benefits package including insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Prior experience helpful but not required.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform various landscape related tasks under Crew Leader supervision.
• Operate and maintain equipment according to safety and quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with manager, peers, and clients.

Skills

Ability to learn tools and equipment

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a team

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Safety equipment

Job description

Position Overview: The Crew Member spends most of the time in the field completing various landscape related tasks. This position works with a crew under the direction of a Crew Leader and occasionally completes tasks without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform work requested by the supervisor, in the timeframe requested, to the level of professionalism expected by members of Team Perficut
• Mowing, trimming, edging turf areas, blowing off hard surfaces or structures, weeding, planting, cultivating, cleaning, raking, cutting, trimming, wildlife management, removal of trash and debris
• Adherence to quality and safety standards
• Willingness to learn to operate equipment and tools needed to perform daily tasks
• Operate and maintain equipment in accordance with safety and quality standards
• Evaluate and report conditions that detract from the safety or aesthetic value of the property
• Perform just‑in‑time, light maintenance on equipment in the field
• Effectively and professionally communicate with manager, supervisor, peers, and clients
• Accurately record hours worked
• Meet deadlines and follow instructions and expectations expressed by supervisor or crew leader
• Perform snow and ice removal
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• On‑the‑job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Support for acquiring industry required certifications
• 90‑day retention bonus for employees in good standing
• 8 paid holidays and a generous PTO package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
• 401(k) with Company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Uniforms and equipment provided

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Prior experience helpful but not required
• Demonstrated ability to process and follow instructions
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a team
• Ability to learn to use tools and equipment meeting operational safety standards
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal or written instructions
• Ability to work in a safety‑aware environment
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
• Ability to work outside regular business hours as needed
• Flexibility to workplace changes

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing and walking
• Frequent lifting and carrying weights up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional bending, kneeling, crouching, and stooping
• Frequent operation of equipment
• Ability to hear, corrected to normal
• Ability to communicate and follow instructions
• Ability to generate up to 125 lbs. of push/pull force to maneuver various equipment/supplies
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus

Work Environment

The employee will be expected to work outside in all types of weather conditions; occasional extreme heat exposure may occur. Noise levels in the work environment will vary and could sporadically be loud.

Additional Requirements

Pre‑Employment Lift Test & Drug Screen Required.

Proof of Employment Eligibility Required.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Perficut is an Equal‑Opportunity Employer.