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.

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