Mowing Crew Member
Perficut · Des Moines, IA · 1 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Full-time production role in the Mowing department. Work in the field with a crew under the direction of a Crew Leader.
Responsibilities
- Mowing, trimming, edging turf areas and blowing off hard surfaces/structures
- Adhere to quality and safety standards
- Learn to operate equipment and tools needed for daily tasks
- Communicate effectively with supervisor and crew mates
- Accurately record hours worked
- Winter snow/ice removal
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and ability to be added to the company’s auto insurance policy
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Mowing experience preferred
- Ability to acquire pesticide applicator’s commercial certification within 45 days of hire
- Demonstrated ability to process and follow instructions
- Ability to work effectively with a team
- Ability to learn how to use tools and equipment meeting operational safety standards
- Regular and prompt attendance required
- Ability to work extended or alternate hours (nights and weekends) due to clients’ needs
- Must be available for extended hours during snow events, including mandatory overtime
Physical Demands
- Regularly required to talk and hear
- Very active role requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the workday
- Must be mobile throughout required work areas
- Frequently lift and/or move items up to 50 lbs
- Generate up to 75 lbs of push/pull force when maneuvering equipment/supplies
- Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Work Environment
- Work outside in all types of weather conditions, including occasional extreme heat exposure
- Noise level can be loud; vibration levels are moderate
Benefits
- On-the-job training provided
- Opportunities for advancement
- Support for obtaining pesticide applicator’s commercial certification
- 90-day retention bonus for employees in good standing
- Uniforms and equipment provided
- Paid holidays and PTO package
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
Pre-employment lift test and drug screen required. Proof of employment eligibility is required.