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Position Summary

The Landscape Construction Crew Leader – Irrigation is responsible for overseeing daily work involved in an assigned landscape construction project to ensure quality and timely completion of work site requirements. This includes directing and organizing the daily work for Landscape Crew Members and performing labor and tasks necessary for the installation of design elements. The Landscape Construction Crew Leader may specialize in one or more of the following aspects of landscape design: hardscapes, planting, grading, irrigation or aquatics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Direct, organize and oversee all aspects of Landscape Construction sites to assure quality and timely completion of work site requirements.
  • Leads by example, and provides guidance for Crew Members, in regards to company policies and procedures such as attendance, conduct and dress code.
  • Communicates with and provides exceptional customer service property owners in the absence of Production Coordinator or Supervisor.
  • Identify problems at the work site and follow through appropriately, consulting with Production Coordinator or Production Manager as appropriate.
  • Ensures daily preparation of trucks and equipment, loading and securing equipment, plant and hardscape material needed.
  • Performs planting of trees, shrubs, annuals and perennials as well as installation of wood and stone mulch.
  • Installs hardscape, water features, lighting and irrigation systems including retaining walls, boulders, wall stone, pavers, etc.
  • Performs all tasks involved in installation such as digging, shoveling, raking, sweeping, pruning, watering, picking stones and clearing of debris.
  • Operates equipment such as trucks, Bobcats, compactors, trenchers, masonry saws, etc.
  • Uses hand tools such as wheelbarrows, shovels, rakes, picks, brooms, etc.
  • Ensures daily maintenance of tools and equipment (cleaning, sharpening, greasing, fueling, etc.)
  • Assist with snow removal during the winter months as business needs dictate.
  • Ensures team’s compliance with company safety policies and procedures at all times.

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Provides direction and delegation of tasks to Landscape Crew Members.
  • Provides mentoring, coaching, constructive feedback and training of landscape crew members.
  • Fosters a positive team-oriented work environment, resolving issues as they arise.
  • Approves time and ensures accuracy of hours for payroll.

Qualifications

Education, Certification and License:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid driver’s license with good driving record is required.

Experience:

  • A minimum of 2-3 years of landscape construction experience, including irrigation, is required.
  • Previous foreman or crew leader experience is preferred.
  • Previous equipment operating experience (trencher, excavator, loader, bobcat, skid steer or other used in landscape installation) is required.

Job Specifications

  • This is a Full-time position.
  • Typical work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:30am to 5:00pm (50-60 hours per week) during our peak season. Saturday hours as needed.
  • Hours vary in winter months based on snow removal.
  • Overtime may be required as workload dictates.

Full time employees are eligible for a competitive benefit package including, medical, dental, vision, and life insurances as well as a 401(k) retirement program. Position is also eligible for paid time off (PTO).

The Bruce Company is an EEO/AA employer

 

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