Turf Crew Leader

Job Type
Full-time

Description

Turf Crew Leader

Salary: $21.00 - $28.00 per hour, based on experience.

About the Role

Lead a Turf crew in the field to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality mowing, trimming, and blowing services on assigned routes for new and existing customers in residential and commercial settings.

Turf Crew Leader duties include on-site crew supervision, timekeeping, material recording and ensuring all properties are left visually appealing with trimmings cleared from driveways, sidewalks, and hardscape.

What You'll Do

- Lead the assigned Turf crew on site and hold crew members to RJ Lawn & Landscape mowing, trimming, and blowing quality and safety standards.
- Review daily route schedule prior to departure, including job site locations, scope of work, customer notes, and any site-specific instructions; ask pertinent questions before leaving for the job site.
- Inspect and confirm iPhone and iCREWtek devices are functioning properly; clock crew members in on iCREWtek and confirm needed equipment and materials before departure.
- Brief crew en route between job sites on roles, mowing patterns, trimming standards, customer notes, and any site-specific instructions for each property.
- Park and secure company vehicle at each job site; survey property on arrival to confirm it is clear of obstacles, toys, and pet waste before mowing begins; report scope discrepancies or existing damage to the Turf Manager with photo documentation.
- Confirm all crew members understand their tasks and are operating riding mowers, string trimmers, and blowers correctly; ensure trimmings and clippings are cleared from all driveways, sidewalks, and hardscape before leaving each property.
- Record all time and materials in iCREWtek for each job site before leaving; clock crew members out of iCREWtek at end of day.
- Walk the property to verify quality before leaving each job site; communicate with property managers or groundskeepers about scheduled visits, access concerns, or turf issues identified on site.
- Report accidents, injuries, property damage, absenteeism, and tardiness to the Turf Manager immediately; photograph any damage that occurred during the crew’s visit.
- Confirm all gates on client properties are closed and secured before leaving each job site.
- Confirm Iowa pesticide application posting requirements are met on any property receiving chemical applications; adhere to chemical handling and storage protocols throughout the day.
- Perform end-of-day equipment cleanup, debris removal, and preparation for the following day’s work.
- Maintain customer relations with all RJ Lawn & Landscape customers on assigned routes.
- Attend company meetings as requested for overall company development.
- Attend continuing education classes as required to maintain certifications.
- Perform snow removal duties as assigned as part of year-round employment.
- Promote, demonstrate and enforce safety procedures & company policies.
- Support and enforce RJ Lawn & Landscape vision, mission, and core values.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

- Pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening.
- Possess and maintain 3OT - Ornamental Turf Application certification/license.
- Legally operate company vehicles with a valid Iowa driver's license.
- Physically perform the work, including lifting up to 35 lbs; bending, lifting, and walking on uneven, sloped, or rough terrain; shoveling sand, rock, dirt, and snow.
- Operate machinery in a safe and effective manner, including but not limited to: riding lawn mowers, string trimmers, and blowers.
- Use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary.
- Read and understand technical information competently.
- Demonstrate basic math skills and conversions.
- Lead and train crew members effectively.
- Work overtime as needed.
- Demonstrate problem-solving skills by identifying and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Maintain adaptability in a dynamic work environment, managing competing demands and unexpected events.
- Communicate clearly and persuasively in both positive and challenging situations.

Measure of Accountability

- Adhere to route time budgets on assigned jobs.
- Crew quality on assigned jobs (customer compliments or complaints).
- Accuracy of time, material, and job note entries in iCREWtek.
- Attendance record.

Reports to: Turf Manager

Why RJ Lawn & Landscape?

In addition to being a non-smoking, EEOC-compliant company with real advancement opportunities, we offer:

- Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Uniforms provided
- 11 Paid holidays plus 1 floating personal holiday
- 17 Paid Time Off (PTO) days