Crew Leader - Fields

United Land Services (ULS) in partnership with River Region Sports is a nationally recognized athletic field company, specializing in the construction and maintenance of high-quality sporting fields. We cater to a diverse clientele including colleges, universities, municipalities, and professional league teams. If you have a passion for sports, enjoy working outdoors, and are open to travel, we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Crew Leader - Fields.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years landscape construction background
• Prior work experience with demonstrated knowledge of heavy equipment, construction supervision, and/or management.
• Experience in excavation, grading, subgrade surfaces, drainage install, and irrigation is preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including on the road for five days a week.
• Excellent leadership skills with a focus on team members’ wellbeing and safety.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers and cross-functional departments.
• Ability to learn, understand, apply, and teach new techniques.
• Ability to adhere to uniform requirements as required by the branch.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train Crew Members in general labor tasks such as trenching, backfilling, raking, guiding operators, and laying sod.
• Work closely with the site supervisor to understand project details and ensure completion of associated tasks.
• Operate heavy equipment and provide expertise on machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and sod installers.
• Interact directly with vendors, sub-contractors, clients, and design professionals.
• Travel out-of-town for five days a week with accommodations and per diem provided by the company.
• Maintain company equipment and vehicles, ensuring they are clean and in working order.
• Report any work issues, including equipment malfunctions, to Supervisor or Account Manager in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Work Environment | Physical Demands

• The work environment for this position is typically outdoors in all types of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements. The role involves constant movement, operation of machinery, and physical labor. The position may require lifting and/or moving up to 50 to over