Crew Leader

FOCAL POINTE OF ST LOUIS LLC•Springfield, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Crew Leader will work side by side with the team to ensure assigned properties are following Focal Pointe standards. Responsible for the oversight of the ground crew. Crew Leader responsibilities include monitoring the health of all plants and greenspaces, watering and feeding plants, trimming trees and shrubs, fertilizing, and mowing lawns, weeding gardens and keeping green spaces and walkways clear of debris and litter. You should know how to use and maintain landscaping equipment, including mowers, trimmers and fertilizers, while following health and safety regulations.

Requirements

Familiarity with landscaping design
Extensive knowledge of regional plant life
Knowledge of local pests and how to eliminate them
Knowledge of synthetic and natural fertilizers
Knowledge of state health and safety regulations for landscaping
A high school degree or GED
Valid class E driver’s license with a clean driving record
Proficient equipment operating skills including but not limited to: lawn mowers, string trimmers, stick edges, and pruners
Knowledge of perennials and shrubs
Highly motivated and detail oriented
Good time management skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask
Clean and professional appearance
Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Stand for long periods of time.
Walk or run for long periods of time.
Repeat the same movements.
Bend or twist their body.
Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place.
Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.
Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects.
Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm
See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired.
Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out.
Understand the speech of another person.
See details of objects that are more than a few feet away.
The employee will also be required to lift and move up to 25lbs.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual preferable but not require

Responsibilities

Install and maintain seasonal plants
Mow, trim and fertilize green spaces
Mulch, edge and weed gardens
Prune and trim trees and bushes
Maintain all gardening equipment and machinery, like mowers, trimmers and leaf blowers
Monitor and maintain the health of plants
Deal with pest problems that could damage plants
Keep gardens and green spaces clear of debris and litter
Directing activities on the job site
Manage personnel effectively and efficiently
Train and promote company standards
Monitor all tools and equipment for maintenance
Maintain a clean and safe job site at all times
Performs administrative functions pertaining to crew management
Interacts with clientele in order to help ensure job satisfaction
Consistently on time and acting in a professional manner
Participates in all safety training sessions
Communicates effectively with crew, supervisor, and clients
Ability to work in all weather conditions for extended amounts of time
Ultimately, you will make sure our gardens and green spaces are always healthy and beautiful.
Other duties as assigned.