Landscaping Crew Leader (Grand Rapids) - Experience and Chauffeur's license required
$39,520–$47,840 year
On-siteGrand Rapids, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Prepare landscape trucks for daily operations by loading and securing equipment, then safely operate vehicles in compliance with traffic laws. Deliver services as specified on client sites while maintaining schedules, and oversee day-to-day site operations by delegating work to crew team members and coordinating service execution. Identify and escalate customer problems to the Operations Manager, provide feedback on crew performance, and assist in developing and training team members. Monitor and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, including washing vehicles, changing blades and filters, and conducting EDVIR inspections. Accurately capture and turn in crew time logs through electronic time capture. This role requires a valid driver's license, experience in a landscape-related field, and the ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Driver's License
- Must be able to operate various vehicles, with or without trailers
- BrightView Equipment certifications
- Experience in a landscape-related field
- Demonstrated leadership among the team and with peers
- Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
- Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold
- Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers)
- Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods
- Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
- Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
- Landscapers who will be operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver's license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed
- Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. (mulch, fertilizer, etc.)
- Ability to load/unload burlaps with plant cuttings onto trailer (up to 50 lbs.)
- Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur
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