Crew Lead

Oasis Landscape Services Inc•Ocala, FL

1d•$0 - $20•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, and verifies that work meets safety and quality standards. Duties include vegetation and drainage maintenance, pothole patching, sign and fence repairs, debris removal, basic concrete repairs, equipment operation, and preventive maintenance. The position combines fieldwork with crew leadership. The Crew Lead coaches technicians, coordinates with supervisors, communicates with clients, inspectors, and the public, and completes accurate work and equipment records. Work is primarily outdoors in varying weather and may involve night, weekend, holiday, overtime, emergency response, and scheduled on-call duties. The position reports to the office in Ocala, Florida, and requires travel within the assigned district and to different work sites.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 23 years old, 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, including pre-employment and random testing.
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 in business administration, construction technology or management, or engineering, at one year of experience per 30 semester hours completed.
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.
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 inspections and basic preventive maintenance, read simple traffic control plans and field sketches, and complete electronic work records 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, tow trailers and arrow boards, secure loads, and follow DOT and company policies.
Ability to follow on-call rotation requirements and respond within required timeframes.
A background check and job-related physical may be required.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, engineering technology, or business administration.
Prior crew lead experience in roadway maintenance.
CDL Class B with air brakes, or ability to obtain it 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.
Living within a reasonable response time of the yard.

Responsibilities

Lead the daily work of an assigned maintenance crew by setting priorities, assigning tasks, and verifying safety, quality, and productivity standards.
Conduct tailgate talks and job hazard analyses; ensure work-zone traffic control is in place and crew members use required PPE and follow company procedures.
Address minor performance or conduct issues and escalate serious matters to the respective Manager.
Assist with onboarding and training, coach team members on best practices, encourage cross-training, and support a high-performing team culture.
Communicate with clients, inspectors, and the public; provide professional service and timely updates on work progress and issues.
Set crew goals and deadlines, monitor progress, and resolve obstacles so assignments are completed safely and on time.
Provide hands-on guidance to resolve technical issues 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.
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; 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 response and debris removal.
Conduct vehicle and equipment pre-trip and post-trip inspections, report defects, coordinate repairs, and perform preventive maintenance; maintain service records and tools.
Make minor low-voltage lighting and electrical repairs within training and authorization limits and refer larger issues to qualified personnel.
Safely operate and direct the operation of maintenance equipment and related tools, including commercial mowers, tractors, mini-excavators, skid steers, UTVs, blowers, dump trailers, chain saws, line trimmers, and forklifts.
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 accurately on paper and electronically; 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.