Perficut is Hiring a Landscape Enhancements Crew Lead Near Des Moines, IA
Job OverviewThis hourly, full-time, year-round position is a production role for those who have at least 2 years of relevant experience. Employee spends the majority of the time in the field managing crew members and quality of work. What’s in it for me as an employee?
Year-round employment
Opportunity for advancement
On-the-job training
Learn new skills and cross-train with other departments
Support for achieving any department required certification including a Class A CDL
90-day retention bonus for employees in good standing
Uniforms and equipment provided
401(k), PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance and Employee Assistance Program
Day-to-Day Stuff
Manage a crew of 1 – 3 workers
Communicate with manager and crew members
Operate electronic devices to track time and job data
Operate landscape/construction equipment
Work in all adverse weather conditions
Operate snow and ice removal equipment
Perform work with special attention placed on quality standards, adhering to safety program, and delivering the services as outlined by the supervisor
Develop competency in operating equipment and tools needed to perform daily tasks
Perform the work requested by the manager in the timeframe requested and to the level of professionalism demanded by members of Team Perficut
Complete daily tasks with minimal supervision
Perform light maintenance on equipment needed to perform daily tasks
Maintain a professional relationship with business partners (vendors, clients)
Communicate effectively with clients, managers, and crew members
Work outside regular business hours as needs dictate
Weigh the consequences of a decision prior to making it
Use general, in-field technology
Other duties as assigned
Characteristics Needed to Succeed
Class A CDL preferred or the ability to acquire one within 45 days of hire
Obtain Commercial Pesticide Applicators Certification 3OT within 90 days of hire
2 years prior experience in landscape, construction, or similar fields
Effective communication skills
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to obtain and maintain herbicide/pesticide applicator certifications
Achieve any department required certification within 90 days of placement
Demonstrate mastery of training programs technician has previously participated in
Critical thinking skills
Willingness to learn plant material and industry best practices
Possesses basic math skills
Ability to work in a safety aware environment
Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
Frequent lifting and carrying weights ranging from 25 to 50 pounds
Occasional lifting and carrying weights ranging from 51 to 100 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 area
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. Interested? Great – Simply click on the ‘Apply for this Job’ link and take steps to change your tomorrow! Pre-Employment Lift Test & Drug Screen Required Proof of employment eligibility is required. Perficut is an Equal-Opportunity Employer