Crew Leader

Job Title: Crew Leader  

Department: Operations 

Job Summary 

The primary purpose of the Maintenance Crew Leader is to perform landscape maintenance tasks in a safe manner, while meeting or exceeding company quality, production and customer service standards, in accordance with Yard-Nique's high quality and customer service standards. 

Responsibilities 

• Perform assigned property maintenance contract requirements in a timely manner, according to maintenance production expectations, customer service standards, and managerial direction on a daily basis, with minimal supervision. 

• Promote a safe work environment; always understand and model company safety policies (PPE) and procedures and report any accidents and/or unsafe conditions to management immediately.  

• Supervise the proper and safe operation of crew truck and trailer, hand tools, and maintenance equipment including: ride-on, walk-behind and push mowers, edgers, trimmers, pruning tools, blowers, thatchers, overseeders, etc. Ensure all equipment is secured at all times. 

• Perform basic level preventative maintenance on equipment such as checking fluid levels, oil changes, tire pressure, blades, etc. to ensure safe operation. 

• Ensure that assigned crews mow, edge, weed, water and prune properties, including hardscapes and beds, appropriately and according to schedule 

• Report any damaged or missing trees or plant material; communicate additional needs from detail crews as appropriate. 

• Ensure fertilizers and pest control techniques are completed properly and timely, as appropriate. 

• Complete and process all necessary job paperwork, including Equipment Inventory Forms, Safety Sheets and employee Time Sheets. 

• Work all assigned hours; confirm that assigned crew time worked is accurate according to time reporting procedures. Report any discrepancies to Account Manager. 

• Interact with Account Managers, subcontractors, customers and Crew Members in a professional and courteous manner and demonstrate appropriate dress and conduct expectations at all times. 

• Other duties as assigned  

Required Education and Experience 

• 2 years’ months experience performing landscaping or related tasks 

• High School Diploma or GED required 

• Experience supervising and coaching teams of 3 or more in using landscape maintenance tools and techniques 

• Experience maintaining and enforcing safety policies and procedures (PPE)  

• Ability to handle the workload and physical demands of the job 

• Interact and communicate effectively with others in a professional and courteous manner 

• Driver’s License – (Preferred) 

Work Environment 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be subject to strenuous work in adverse weather conditions, as well as exposure to dirt, water, chemicals, noise, etc. 

Other Duties 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.   

EEO Statement 

Yardnique, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status.  Yardnique hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications and in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws.