Job Details

This position is responsible for directing 1 - 4 crew members in daily operations including quality control, training, punctuality and safety. Candidates must also have strong organizational skills, ability to complete appropriate paperwork, and possess good leadership and communication skills. The employee will provide quality service that meets or exceeds our customers' and management's expectations. The employee will show attention to detail and effectively communicate with subordinates, peers and his/her supervisor. All employees will possess a friendly, customer service minded attitude and will conduct themselves in a professional manner. (Crew Lead reports directly to Owner.)

Compensation:

$23.00 - $25.00 per hour - DOE

Hours:

Monday-Friday: 7:45AM - 4:45PM with the possibility of OT

Term:

April - October 15th or first snowfall.

Requirements:

* Two years' experience with zero turn mowers, walk behind mowers, trimmers, hedgers, back pack blowers.

* Two years' experience working on Commercial/Retail Properties.

* Two years' supervisory experience.

* Ability to lead, direct, motivate, and supervise while working.

* Valid Alaska Driver's License w/medical card and driving record is required.

* Own transportation to get to our shop.

* Active Smartphone

* References

* Must be able to pass a drug test at time of hire and submit to random testings.

Job Description:

* Supporting the Owner in Daily/Weekly tasks:

* Supervise daily preparation of trucks, equipment, and inventory.

* Report 15 minutes prior to regular start time (8:00AM @ Anchorage Shop) to prepare/review the day's work with the Owner, and prepare for the day. First to report & last to leave each day.

* Supervise & load all tools, gas, and other necessary equipment/materials. Secure all equipment safely. Helping as necessary.

* Supervise checking truck oil, fluids, tire pressure, proper trailer connection, and all lights are in working condition.

* Supervise & perform sharpening of lawn mower blades, adjusting mower height, etc.

* Perform and manage landscape and maintenance tasks on client's properties.

* Work in conjuction with the Owner to ensure the work contracted is implemented efficiently and according to the contracted specifications.

* Providing management and labor associated with maintenance of all lawns & landscape beds, including pruning.

* Perform all tasks of operation including, but not limited to mowing, line trimming, blowing, leaf and debris removal, weeding, edging, hedging, raking and mulch installation.

* Provide "on the job" training to all crew members in safety, equipment, technique, etc.

* Ability to coach members of the team as needed, and tracking the task.

* Ability to fill out accident/incident report forms as needed.

* Oversee proper safety equipment and personal protective equipment usage and practices of the crew.

* Proactively address questions or concerns with the clients. Communicate customer's questions immediately to the Owner. Update customer with the status of the work progress.

* Complete time sheets for self & crew members. Complete all job site reports & report all sales opportunities. Inventory and report materials used on the job that day.

* Review the upcoming 2 week's jobs and prepare for the following day's jobs.

* Unload/load equipment and material, clean out truck/trailer by removing trash, debris, etc. daily.

* Wash dirty equipment (including all mower decks) and return to storage location. Report damaged or broken equipment to your manager immediately to get parts on order.

* Fill truck, mowers, equipment, and cans with gas in preparation for the next day (or as necessary).

Typical Physical Requirements - Employees may experience the following physical demands for extended periods of time:

* Standing and/or walking, including uneven surfaces (80-100%)

* Bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, shoveling

* Exposure to toxic substances

* Exposure to wind, rain, snow/ice, cold, heat

* Noise and vibrations from equipment

* Lifting up to 50 lbs., including carrying a 20-lb. backpack blower