What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Crew Leader position at United Veterans Construction & Landscape Solutions, Inc.?
Job Description:
A successful Maintenance Crew Leader (MCL) is detail-oriented, well-rounded in the landscape industry, and responsible for landscape maintenance and enhancement projects under the direction of a Maintenance Site Supervisor (MSS). The MCL provides lead supervision to assigned team members, delegates daily work, and guides team members in the safe delivery of landscape maintenance operations. The MCL leads by example, always displays a “Can Do” attitude, promotes professionalism, and embraces accountability. The incumbent can operate a variety of machinery, tools, and equipment and has a working knowledge of horticulture practices. This position is intended for continuous development and upward growth within the company. This role will also perform all other duties as assigned.
Duties/Responsiblities:
- Direct, oversee, and participate in daily landscape maintenance operations, applying leadership skills to effectively keep team members engaged on assigned tasks
- Perform quality assurance activities to detect and solve problems, delivering satisfactory outcomes
- Apply company's training and team development tools to ensure all crew members perform their work safely and efficiently
- Provide relevant feedback about crew's performance and quality of work
- Operate a variety of landscape equipment including but not limited to commercial mower, line/hedge trimmer, edge, blower, and chainsaw
- Maintain vehicle and equipment and report any needed repairs
- Complete UVETS' training and any certifications
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to assign and supervise the work of others, provide instruction, lead crew, and inspire confidence
- Basic knowledge of in-depth horticultural practices, including but not limited to panting, pruning, and fertilization
- Cut turf using various size power mowers, trimming and edging using a gas-powered edger/trimmer, and operating a gas-powered blower
- Ability to maintain the highest level of integrity and professionalism
- Highly energetic, self-starter, and demonstrates a positive attitude
- Excellent communication skills; written and oral
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to understand the technical requirements to perform landscape maintenance duties as assigned
Required Education & Experience:
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent
- 2 years of related industry experience required
- Valid Texas Driver's License with a clean record
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25