Crew Lead

Oasis Landscape Services Inc•West Palm Beach, FL

6h•$0 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Crew Lead oversees hands-on maintenance of local roadways and highways while guiding a small crew. The role plans daily tasks, manages work zone traffic control, performs and oversees roadway and right-of-way maintenance, inspects tools and equipment, ensures safety, and verifies quality standards. It combines fieldwork and leadership, including coaching technicians, coordinating with supervisors, communicating with clients and the public, and maintaining accurate records. Work is primarily outdoors in varying weather and includes scheduled on-call emergency response, with possible night, weekend, holiday, and overtime duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 23 years of age, per company insurance requirements.
Active, valid, unrestricted United States driver’s license; ability to pass an MVR check and maintain insurability under company policy.
Ability to obtain Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) certification; training is provided by the company.
Successful completion of pre-employment screenings, including federal background check, MVR, and drug screening, and ongoing compliance with the Company Drug and Alcohol Policy; the description also notes random testing and that a job-related physical may be required.
Five years of full-time experience in highway maintenance, highway construction, or highway materials inspection.
Up to four years of required experience may be substituted with college or technical school coursework at one year of experience per 30 semester hours in business administration, construction technology or management, or engineering.
Willingness and ability to travel within the assigned district and report to different work sites.
Knowledge of work zone safety and MUTCD fundamentals, including traffic control setup, PPE, hazard recognition, and incident reporting.
Knowledge of highway maintenance methods, materials, tools, and equipment for vegetation control, drainage, guardrail, signs, asphalt patching, and basic concrete repairs.
Knowledge of equipment capabilities and limits, basic drainage and erosion control, sightline clearance, right-of-way maintenance, company SOPs, DOT expectations, and environmental guidelines for material handling and disposal.
Ability to lead, train, and coach a crew; delegate tasks; and verify field quality and safety.
Ability to communicate clearly in English with managers, coworkers, clients, inspectors, and the public.
Ability to safely operate and direct small and light equipment, perform vehicle inspections and basic preventive maintenance, read simple traffic control plans and field sketches, and complete work documentation on a smartphone or tablet.
Ability to troubleshoot field issues and adapt plans to meet schedule, quality, and safety targets.
Ability to prioritize safety, stop work when conditions are unsafe, and maintain situational awareness near live traffic.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, regularly carry up to 25 pounds, climb in and out of vehicles, bend, kneel, and work on uneven terrain for extended periods.
Ability to work outdoors in heat, humidity, rain, wind, and low-light conditions and perform night, weekend, holiday, overtime, and emergency on-call duties.
Ability to drive company trucks and tow trailers or arrow boards, secure loads, and follow DOT and company policies.
Ability to adhere to on-call rotation requirements and respond within required timeframes.

Nice To Haves

Living within a reasonable response time to the yard is preferred.
Associate's or bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, engineering technology, or business administration.
Prior crew lead experience in roadway maintenance.
CDL with air brakes or ability to obtain one within 6–12 months.
Familiarity with DOT standards and electronic work-order or asset systems.
Two or more years of lead or supervisory experience in roadway or civil maintenance.
Experience working under state DOT standards and with electronic work-order, asset management, and Maintenance Rating Program (MRP) systems.
Current certifications, such as Maintenance of Traffic or Traffic Control Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Lead the daily work of an assigned maintenance crew by setting priorities, assigning tasks, and verifying safety, quality, and productivity.
Conduct tailgate talks and job hazard analyses; ensure work zone traffic control, required PPE, and company procedures are followed.
Address minor performance or conduct issues and escalate serious matters to the respective Manager.
Assist with onboarding and training, coach employees on best practices, encourage cross-training, and foster a supportive team culture.
Communicate with clients, inspectors, and the public, providing professional service and timely work updates.
Set crew goals and deadlines, monitor progress, and remove obstacles to safe and timely completion of assignments.
Provide hands-on guidance to resolve technical issues and advanced problems and ensure quality work.
Perform and oversee landscape and vegetation maintenance, including mowing, trimming, brush cutting, authorized herbicide and fertilizer application, weed control, seasonal cleanup, tree trimming, and pruning.
Clean and grade ditches, culverts, and stormwater drainage structures; maintain shoulders and slopes and apply basic erosion control as directed.
Perform general maintenance, including fence and sign repair or replacement and litter and debris removal; restore work sites to a clean, safe condition.
Repair and replace guardrail components and attenuators and verify alignment, tension, and hardware integrity.
Perform trained concrete repairs to sidewalks and small structural elements near bridges or overpasses, including forming, pouring, and finishing.
Fill and patch asphalt potholes and other pavement distresses and oversee material selection, placement, and compaction.
Set up and manage Maintenance of Traffic and temporary traffic control according to MUTCD and state standards; supervise flagging and vehicle positioning.
Provide after-hours emergency and incident response during scheduled on-call rotations, including storm events and debris removal.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections, report defects, and coordinate repairs with the shop.
Perform and oversee preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment, maintain service records, and keep tools in working order.
Make minor low-voltage lighting and electrical repairs within training and authorization limits and refer larger issues to qualified personnel.
Safely operate and direct operation of equipment, including commercial mowers, tractors, mini-excavators, skid steers, UTVs, blowers, dump trailers, chain saws, line trimmers, forklifts, and related tools.
Drive company trucks and tow trailers, arrow boards, and equipment; secure loads and follow DOT and company policies.
Complete and review work orders, checklists, timekeeping, and material records on paper or electronically, and upload before-and-after photos and documents.
Manage crew logistics, including loading and unloading tools, materials, and equipment, and maintain clean, organized vehicles, yards, and work sites.
Follow safety and environmental rules, report hazards, near misses, and incidents promptly, and participate in corrective actions.
Perform other duties as required to support schedules, client needs, and emergency operations.