ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and competency satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job.
In the absence of a landscape foreman, oversee a crew of 2-3 team members, making sure they are on track and being productive.
Responsible for maintaining clean job sites. Record End-of-Day Checklist each day.
Maintain a strong work ethic to complete a variety of physical job tasks.
Professionally communicate with clients to achieve strong client/company relationships.
Operate a variety of outdoor landscape and power equipment, as well as a variety of hand tools.
Have experience operating excavators, skid loaders, and other machinery
Experience installing retaining walls, patio pavers and softscapes
Commit the hours necessary to make sure the job is done to satisfaction; this may include weekends and/or holidays
Maintain a clean appearance and conform to the Weller Brothers dress code.
Willingness to learn new techniques and installation practices.
Assist in maintaining all company equipment.
Follow all policies as specified in the Team Member Handbook.
Make decisions that are in the best interest of the company.
Other duties needed to help drive and fulfill the Weller Brothers Mission.
Make decisions that are in the best interest of the company.
Assist in maintaining all Weller Brothers equipment.
Assist with Snow Removal in Winter.
Other duties are needed to help drive and fulfill the Weller Brothers Mission.
COMPENSATION AND AVAILABLE BENEFITS
Benefits Available after 60 Days of Service
Health Insurance Available
Dental Insurance Available
Vision Insurance Available
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Benefits Available After 1 Year of Service
Benefits Available at Start of Employment
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
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Strong communication skills.
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Superior work ethic.
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Timely input of hours on LMN software to ensure accurate payroll processing.
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Detail oriented, with considerable attention to order and cleanliness.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks
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Strong attention to detail
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Experience installing softscapes, such as edging, mulch, rock, plants, trees and sod.
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Experience installing hardscapes, such as pavers, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchens.
You can work anywhere. So why work at Weller Brothers?
We believe that we are the best employer in the Midwest. We care for our people, which goes beyond boasting “competitive wages and team culture” (although, we certainly provide those things, too!)
Whether you’re a new high school grad looking for a career in the construction industry, a landscape architect with years of experience, or — like some of our employees — an adult seeking a totally new career path, we believe that you can be somebody here.
JOB SUMMARY
The primary responsibility of the Landscape Lead Hand is to aid and assist a landscape foreman while on job sites. Coordinate and manage team members along with their schedules, in the absence of a landscape foreman. This position will perform a variety of outdoor landscape project installations that improve the functional and/or aesthetic value of the property. Many of the projects include softscape and hardscape installation, including pavers, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchens.Installations require experience and knowledge of operating machinery efficiently and safely. All Weller Brothers team members are expected to provide excellent client service by assisting clients promptly and courteously, answer questions and provide information as needed. A landscape lead hand will perform and assist in ensuring all team members are executing all job responsibilities in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
