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