Crew Leader in Training - Commercial Grounds Maintenance

Responsibilities

• Assist Foreman in training and instruction on all aspects of landscape grounds management services
• Digging, planting, raking, watering and clean up of landscapes
• Load and unload heavy equipment and planting materials from trucks
• Cleaning up company-owned equipment and tools at the end of the day
• Safe operation of various equipment including mowers, tillers, edgers, string trimmers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers, backpack sprayers, blowers, and hand tools
• In the absence of the Foreman, or as directed, plan, coordinate, and collect equipment and materials each day
• Participate in crew and department general and safety meetings
• Prepare timesheets and other daily paperwork as required by the company
• Drive company-owned vehicles and transport crew members on routes
• Maintain on-site relations and communications with clients, contractors, and subcontractors
• Monitor and maintain irrigation controllers (changing times, replacing heads, etc.)
• Help in other divisions such as maintenance or floriculture as needed

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basis
• Ability to bend and stoop on a continual basis
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to work around bees, poison ivy, pollen, thorns, and other environmental risks
• Wear appropriate work attire including work boots, Bland landscaping uniforms, and protective gear
• Practice safety with chemicals and equipment
• Have good communication skills and the ability to motivate others
• Be willing to obtain a FL pesticide applicator’s license
• Hold a valid FL Driver’s license and have a good driving record
• Pass a criminal background check
• Comply with Bland’s policies and procedures