Landscape Maintenance Crew Lead $20-25/hr

Hadley MA

Description

Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader Better View Landscapes has excellent opportunities for individuals who have a love of nature, desire to work outdoors, and desire to expand their knowledge of the natural world. Better View Landscapes provides Landscape Design, Installation, and Maintenance services for both residential and commercial customers. Better View Landscapes offers competitive pay, opportunity for advancement, professional development opportunities, and paid training. Job Description Provide outstanding customer service, while simultaneously having the ability to prepare and manage multiple crews in a positive and supportive manner, utilizing excellent verbal and written communication skills. Possessing a keen eye for detail and having strong organizational skills are required. As a dependable, self-starter, the ideal candidate must be able to effectively and tactfully motivate, train, and lead field staff in the completion of landscape maintenance projects. This will require excellent communication skills, managerial experience, and experience in many areas of landscaping including, but not limited to: fertilizer and weed control, proper planting techniques, horticultural pruning, spring and fall cleanups, as well as snow removal. Having strong horticultural knowledge is required in order to effectively communicate and interact with clients and co-workers. Additional, preferred skills include basic knowledge of landscape construction, lighting, and irrigation, and experience with machinery such as mini-excavators, skid steers, chainsaws, snowblowers, and snowplows. Providing superior customer service and establishing positive client relationships are a priority. Our ideal candidate is a team player and team builder, who enjoys skill sharing, is a problem solver and is looking for a long-term position with us. Hours fluctuate seasonally: 7am-3:30pm (peak season) with occasional OT, and some Saturdays required. Must be available on an on-call basis during the snow season. Wage: $20-$25/hr, based on experience, licensing/certifications, and skill set. >> $500 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment << Benefits >> Higher than average pay for our industry and region >> Year-Round Position (snow removal) >> Paid Vacation >> Paid Time Off >> Paid Holidays >> 401k >> Additional Productivity Based Incentives >> Paid Travel Time To & From Jobs >> Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities in the Off-Season >> Company Cell Phone >> Safety gear provided (except steal toe footwear) >> Uniforms provided >> Company refrigerator STOCKED (We’ll ask for your favorite drinks and snacks - get your list ready) Responsibilities Take the lead in training routine maintenance crews to ensure that all operations are in compliance & efficient. Managing the Landscape Care Plans for all Maintenance clients, and leading crews on installation projects Ensuring the completion of projects within bid hours and to work order specifications Identify garden landscape pests and diseases, and manage by natural or chemical methods Act as a conduit between our office personnel and field personnel, providing information and general support as necessary. Plant and nurture new trees, annuals, and perennials. Select plants from nurseries for installation projects. Assist in snow and ice management services Ensure that all tools & equipment, including assigned vehicles, are proactively maintained and managed in such a manner that they provide an efficient and positive working environment. Requirements >> High school diploma or equivalent >> In-depth knowledge of plants and gardening techniques >> Good verbal and written communication skills >> Clean driving record of at least 3 years >> 2+ years of landscaping or farming/growing experience >> crew lead experience Licensing >> Valid Drivers License (required) >> MA Pesticide Applicator’s License (preferred) >> MA DOT Medical Card (preferred) >> MA Hoisting License (preferred) To Apply Please complete our online application: www.betterviewlandscaping.com/employment/