Crew Leader/ Driver

Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare landscape trucks for daily operations, including loading and securing equipment (e.g., gas cans, mowers, trailers) and safely operating vehicles in compliance with traffic laws.
• Deliver services as specified on client sites while maintaining schedules and meeting service expectations.
• Identify and escalate customer problems or concerns to the Operations Manager.
• Communicate regularly with Operations Manager to ensure client needs and expectations are consistently met or exceeded.
• Aid in resolving issues with customer service when needed.
• Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with company policies.
• Oversee day-to-day site operations, delegate work to crew team members, and coordinate service execution with Operations Manager.
• Provide feedback on crew performance and assist in developing and training team members.
• Maintain and monitor equipment, including: performing preventative maintenance, unloading equipment from BrightView trucks/trailers, washing equipment and trucks, changing equipment blades, oiling and air filtering machines, conducting EDVIR (Electronic Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports) on assigned vehicles.
• Participate in branch meetings as directed.
• Continuously seek more efficient ways to perform work.

Education And Experience

• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to operate various vehicles, with or without trailers.
• BrightView Equipment certifications
• Experience in a landscape-related field
• Demonstrated leadership among the team and with peers

Physical Demands/Requirements

• At least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
• Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
• Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers).
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes).
• Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection).
• Landscape workers operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver’s license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check.
• Able to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed.
• Able to lift and carry 40 lbs. (mulch, fertilizer, etc.).
• Able to load/unload burlaps with plant cuttings onto trailer (up to 50 lbs.).
• Able to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.

Work Environment

• Ability to work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100°F, temperatures below 32°F, various levels of humidity).
• Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in environments where extended periods of loud noise are present.
• Ability to work in environments where exposure to allergens such as pollen and ragweed, insects such as bees and spiders, and reptiles such as lizards and snakes.

Compensation

Pay Range: $21- $22/hr

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Ancillary and voluntary products
• A 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
• 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year
• Vacation and/or sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance

Equal Opportunity Employer

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.