Botanical Designs
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Exterior Maintenance Crew Lead
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Botanical Designs . Summary Description
The Crew lead's primary responsibility is to oversee the routine maintenance of exterior landscape accounts. In order to ensure the highest level of services are provided, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed. Job Duties And Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Lead by example using a hands-on approach. Ensure responsibilities are assigned in a fair and equitable manner. Report to and work with Manager on behavioral and/or performance challenges that may arise among Crew Members.
Provide in-field training on horticultural techniques, safety, equipment use, and respectful communication.
Familiarize Crew Members with all aspects of maintaining accounts (including location of management office, security and particulars about parking and restrooms).
Brief Crew Members daily on goals and expectations. Keep Crew apprised of changes to routine.
Schedule 10-minute morning and afternoon breaks and half-hour lunch as appropriate. Agree on times with Crew Members.
Prioritize and plan work for the day/week. Keep Manager apprised of changes to scheduled route and/or need for assistance.
Report immediately to Manager any accidents, illnesses or other non-routine occurrences that may disrupt the work schedule.
Perform landscape maintenance tasks on customers' properties including, but not limited to: maintenance of trees, shrubs, perennial and seasonal flowers; use of hand shears, hand pruners and hand loppers; gas and electric equipment such as power shears, power blowers, mowers, line trimmers and blowers; mowing, edging, blowing, fertilizer application, weed control, bed raking, trimming and pruning; regular tasks including leaf and debris removal; watering containers, beds and hanging baskets as needed.
Report to Manager, on a same-day basis, the need for replacement plants or special services, or about customer concerns.
Maintain a positive, solution-oriented approach to service while communicating with crew members, supervisors and managers.
Project a good company image to our customers and the general public at all times.
Ensure a professional appearance, good hygiene and a clean uniform.
Understand and uphold Exterior Department Quality Standards.
Responsible for managing equipment including but not limited to: report problems/concerns with equipment and tools or need for tools/equipment and supplies; keeping track of issued tools at all times; keep tools in working order ensuring they are clean, sharp, organized, and labeled accordingly; keep power equipment secured with cable and lock when in truck and not in use; keep tools and equipment organized and secure when on job sites.
Work vehicle maintenance: maintain clean vehicle at all times, ensuring interior and exterior cleanliness; remove personal items from vehicles daily; adhere to Company maintenance inspection policy; report any and all accidents immediately; wash truck weekly and keep cab interior clean and organized; complete monthly Vehicle Inspections and required paperwork.
Ensure working hours, including overtime, have been recorded accurately and truthfully for each time period worked.
Ensure interior and exterior work sites are restored to original condition, or better if necessary—without holes, exposed pipes or gravel, footprints in beds or interior spaces, exposed roots, or soil/debris on surrounding hardscape upon completion of work.
Under direction of Supervisor, assist in general upkeep of shop and help direct Crew Members in this effort.
Participate in company LEAN activities and maintain areas as assigned.
Monitor emails and phone messages throughout the workday and respond in a timely manner.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ensure knowledge of the appropriate safety and environmental revisions. Handle plants and tools with care, being concerned with safety and security. Immediately report any safety concerns to Manager.
Set a positive example by displaying a pleasant and approachable demeanor and remaining friendly and courteous at all times.
Aware of and actively support the achievement of departmental goals.
Proactive team player with strong follow-through, quick decision-making abilities and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
Professional mannerisms, appearance and actions (self-confident and committed to high ethics).
Interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage change effectively.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with managers, supervisors and co-workers.
Level Requirements Minimum of 1-2 years of horticultural education or equivalent industry experience.
Valid Washington State Driver's License and a clean driving record.
Knowledge of various types of common plants and ability to identify the plants the Company maintains.
Verifiable good working knowledge of proper horticultural techniques including pruning, watering, fertilizing and insect and disease control.
Experience using standard landscape equipment and tools properly and safely (21 mower, line trimmer, blower, power shears, and hand tools).
A current pesticide application license (Commercial Operator's License) preferred. Those pursuing the pesticide application license may be considered.
Physical Requirements Regularly required to talk and/or hear; may sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Ability to stand for extended periods. May work on ledges with exposure to heights.
Frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Frequently lift and/or move up to 20-40 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral and depth perception.
Outdoor field environment with moderate to occasional loud noise.
This is a minimal description of duties and is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned. As the nature of business demands change, so may the essential functions of this position. All offers of employment at Botanical Designs are contingent upon clear results from a background check Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Architecture and Planning Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Botanical Designs by 2x Seniority level and other fields are for reference only. All offers of employment at Botanical Designs are contingent upon clear results from a background check.
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Join to apply for the
Exterior Maintenance Crew Lead
role at
Botanical Designs . Summary Description
The Crew lead's primary responsibility is to oversee the routine maintenance of exterior landscape accounts. In order to ensure the highest level of services are provided, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed. Job Duties And Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Lead by example using a hands-on approach. Ensure responsibilities are assigned in a fair and equitable manner. Report to and work with Manager on behavioral and/or performance challenges that may arise among Crew Members.
Provide in-field training on horticultural techniques, safety, equipment use, and respectful communication.
Familiarize Crew Members with all aspects of maintaining accounts (including location of management office, security and particulars about parking and restrooms).
Brief Crew Members daily on goals and expectations. Keep Crew apprised of changes to routine.
Schedule 10-minute morning and afternoon breaks and half-hour lunch as appropriate. Agree on times with Crew Members.
Prioritize and plan work for the day/week. Keep Manager apprised of changes to scheduled route and/or need for assistance.
Report immediately to Manager any accidents, illnesses or other non-routine occurrences that may disrupt the work schedule.
Perform landscape maintenance tasks on customers' properties including, but not limited to: maintenance of trees, shrubs, perennial and seasonal flowers; use of hand shears, hand pruners and hand loppers; gas and electric equipment such as power shears, power blowers, mowers, line trimmers and blowers; mowing, edging, blowing, fertilizer application, weed control, bed raking, trimming and pruning; regular tasks including leaf and debris removal; watering containers, beds and hanging baskets as needed.
Report to Manager, on a same-day basis, the need for replacement plants or special services, or about customer concerns.
Maintain a positive, solution-oriented approach to service while communicating with crew members, supervisors and managers.
Project a good company image to our customers and the general public at all times.
Ensure a professional appearance, good hygiene and a clean uniform.
Understand and uphold Exterior Department Quality Standards.
Responsible for managing equipment including but not limited to: report problems/concerns with equipment and tools or need for tools/equipment and supplies; keeping track of issued tools at all times; keep tools in working order ensuring they are clean, sharp, organized, and labeled accordingly; keep power equipment secured with cable and lock when in truck and not in use; keep tools and equipment organized and secure when on job sites.
Work vehicle maintenance: maintain clean vehicle at all times, ensuring interior and exterior cleanliness; remove personal items from vehicles daily; adhere to Company maintenance inspection policy; report any and all accidents immediately; wash truck weekly and keep cab interior clean and organized; complete monthly Vehicle Inspections and required paperwork.
Ensure working hours, including overtime, have been recorded accurately and truthfully for each time period worked.
Ensure interior and exterior work sites are restored to original condition, or better if necessary—without holes, exposed pipes or gravel, footprints in beds or interior spaces, exposed roots, or soil/debris on surrounding hardscape upon completion of work.
Under direction of Supervisor, assist in general upkeep of shop and help direct Crew Members in this effort.
Participate in company LEAN activities and maintain areas as assigned.
Monitor emails and phone messages throughout the workday and respond in a timely manner.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ensure knowledge of the appropriate safety and environmental revisions. Handle plants and tools with care, being concerned with safety and security. Immediately report any safety concerns to Manager.
Set a positive example by displaying a pleasant and approachable demeanor and remaining friendly and courteous at all times.
Aware of and actively support the achievement of departmental goals.
Proactive team player with strong follow-through, quick decision-making abilities and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
Professional mannerisms, appearance and actions (self-confident and committed to high ethics).
Interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage change effectively.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with managers, supervisors and co-workers.
Level Requirements Minimum of 1-2 years of horticultural education or equivalent industry experience.
Valid Washington State Driver's License and a clean driving record.
Knowledge of various types of common plants and ability to identify the plants the Company maintains.
Verifiable good working knowledge of proper horticultural techniques including pruning, watering, fertilizing and insect and disease control.
Experience using standard landscape equipment and tools properly and safely (21 mower, line trimmer, blower, power shears, and hand tools).
A current pesticide application license (Commercial Operator's License) preferred. Those pursuing the pesticide application license may be considered.
Physical Requirements Regularly required to talk and/or hear; may sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Ability to stand for extended periods. May work on ledges with exposure to heights.
Frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Frequently lift and/or move up to 20-40 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral and depth perception.
Outdoor field environment with moderate to occasional loud noise.
This is a minimal description of duties and is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned. As the nature of business demands change, so may the essential functions of this position. All offers of employment at Botanical Designs are contingent upon clear results from a background check Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Architecture and Planning Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Botanical Designs by 2x Seniority level and other fields are for reference only. All offers of employment at Botanical Designs are contingent upon clear results from a background check.
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