Landscape Crew Leader jobs at The Bruce Company

The Bruce Company is proud to be a local, family-run landscaping company that's been in business for 70 years. We are passionate about achieving incredible results for our customers and offer an exciting and collaborative company culture where our employees grow along with our company. We are currently seeking a Landscape CDL Operator & Crew Leader with landscaping or construction industry experience to join our Landscape and Construction department. If you are dedicated to customer success and love the outdoors like we do, we'd like to meet you! Why Choose The Bruce Company? $500 sign up bonus. Enjoy work/life balance, weekly pay, and year-round benefits as well as PTO Make a difference by beautifying the outdoor environment! Work on some of the largest and most prestigious projects in Dane County! Establish and develop your career with Southern Wisconsin's leader in landscaping! Responsibilities/Duties The Landscape CDL Operator & Crew is responsible for overseeing the daily work of a landscape crew assigned to oversee the installation of various mulches, seeding lawns using compost, and applying erosion control materials to ensure quality and timely completion of work site requirements. This includes driving the blow truck, directing and organizing the daily work for landscape crew Members, and performing labor and tasks necessary to complete the work. Drives standard (manual) transmission Blower Truck (requiring a Class B CDL). Pneumatically apply mulch and erosion or sediment control material and seeds lawns using compost; blown in with forced air using sectioned hoses through a computerized remote control operated by Crew Leader (rather than manually with a wheelbarrow, rake, and shovel). Leads crew and performs all tasks involved in installation and cleanup such as detailing, edging, raking, sweeping, watering, picking stones, and clearing of debris. Leads by example, and guides Crew Members, regarding company policies and procedures such as attendance, conduct, and dress code. Communicates with and provides exceptional customer service to property owners in the absence of a Production Coordinator or Supervisor. Identify problems at the work site and follow through appropriately, consulting with the Production Coordinator or Production Manager as appropriate. Ensures daily preparation of trucks and equipment, loading and securing equipment, and material needed. Uses hand tools such as wheelbarrows, shovels, rakes, picks, brooms, etc. Ensures daily maintenance of tools and equipment (cleaning, sharpening, greasing, fueling, etc.) May operate other equipment such as trucks, Bobcats, compactors, trenchers, masonry saws, etc. Assist with snow removal during the winter months as business needs dictate. Ensures team's compliance with company safety policies and procedures at all times. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Work is primarily performed outdoors during all seasons. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including inclement weather (rain, snow, heat or cold). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hearing protection is required for duties such as equipment operation that expose the individual to elevated noise levels. The duties of this position may expose the individual to chemicals and fertilizers. Schedule This is a Full-time Seasonal position. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm (40-55 hours per week) during our peak season (approximately April to November). Saturday hours as needed. Hours vary in winter months (approximately December through March) based on snow removal. Overtime may be required as workload dictates. What Skills Do I Need? A minimum of 2-3 years of landscape construction experience is required. Previous foreman or crew leader experience is preferred. A valid Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with good driving record is required. Current federal DOT medical card. Demonstrated leadership skills. Ability to direct and lead employees of various skill levels and experience to ensure desired results. Applied knowledge of effective landscaping skills and techniques. Ability to read and analyze or interpret design plans. Knowledge of trees, shrubs, and other landscape products. Being bilingual in Spanish and English is helpful. Benefits The Bruce Company offers a competitive hourly wage, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement benefits, paid vacation, and more. Coupled with a challenging and team-oriented work environment to help you succeed in your career. Join our team of outdoor living experts and experience for yourself why many of our employees have chosen to make their life-long careers at The Bruce Company. Visit us at ******************** to learn more. The Bruce Company is proud to be an Affirmative-Action Equal Opportunity Employer.

We're hiring Seasonal Landscapers to support Epic's Horticulture team in keeping our 1,500+ acre campus thriving. In this role, you'll assist with landscape maintenance across garden beds, prairies, orchards, and green roofs. Expect hands-on work like mowing, mulching, trimming, weeding, and composting. You'll need to be comfortable with physical tasks including kneeling, lifting 50lbs, and working outdoors in all conditions. We're looking for motivated team players with a strong work ethic and a love for outdoor projects. Pay starts at $22/hr. More than just important work. Epic is located in Madison, Wisconsin, a city regularly ranked as one of America's best places to live. Epic's environment is one of continuous learning; you'll have access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others. You'll be eligible for merit-based annual raises. Starting immediately, seasonal employees accrue paid vacation and sick time and can participate in Epic's 401(k). Employees who return for multiple seasons qualify for our comprehensive health care benefits and sabbatical. Healthcare is global, and building the best ideas from around the world into Epic software is a point of pride. Epic is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we know that inclusive teams design software that supports the delivery of quality care for all patients, so diversity, equity, and inclusion are written into our principles. Please see our full non-discrimination statement at ***************************** Requirements * Experience using commercial mowers, trimmers, blowers and hand tools is preferred, but not required. * Ability to work 40 hours per week through the growing season (~April-~November) * Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship * Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. * Live within 45 minutes of Epic's campus in Verona, WI * COVID-19 vaccination

The Bruce Company is proud to be a local, family-run landscaping company that's been in business for 70 years. We are passionate about achieving incredible results for our customers and offer an exciting and collaborative company culture where our employees grow along with our company. Why Choose The Bruce Company? Work/Life Balance: Enjoy a structured work schedule with weekly pay and year-round benefits. Team-Oriented Environment: Thrive in a supportive and collaborative workplace designed to foster career success. Impactful Contributions: Work on some of the largest landscape projects in Dane County. Career Growth: Establish and develop your career with Southern Wisconsin's leader in landscaping. Duties & Responsibilities The Landscape Care Technician is responsible for enhancing plant health through expert pruning and selective weed management and maintaining the visual quality of commercial and high end multifamily landscapes. Crews: Direct, organize, and oversee landscape maintenance tasks to ensure quality and timely completion of work on customer sites. Transportation: Drive company vehicle to transport crew from The Bruce Company to assigned job sites. Training: Provide ongoing training to Crew Members. Problem Solving: Identify and appropriately address issues at the work sites. Tasks: Perform landscape care including planting and maintaining flowers, watering plants; providing flower care; pruning; shearing shrubs; weeding; applying selective low volume weed control; raking and disposing of leaves; perennial care and picking up debris. Equipment Handling: Load and secure all tools, equipment, and materials needed for the job. Customer Service: Emphasize the importance of exceptional customer service to coworkers and ensure a quality company image that encourages repeat business. Team Communication: Communicate effectively with other coworkers to function as a team. Leadership: Lead by example and guide Crew Members regarding company policies and procedures, including attendance, conduct, and dress code. Snow Removal: Assist with snow removal during the winter months as business needs dictate. Additional Tasks: Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor and/or manager. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Physical Activity: Stand and walk for long periods throughout the day. Physical Effort: Frequently squat, stoop, kneel, and lift objects from the ground. Range of Motion: Extend arms fully above the head and in front of the body. Lifting: Frequently lift weights of up to 50 pounds; occasionally carry and push/pull weights of up to 50 pounds. Fine Motor Skills: Required for the use of small equipment and hand tools. Schedule Full-Time Seasonal Position Typical Work Hours: Monday through Friday from 6:45 am to 5:00 pm Winter Hours: Vary from approximately December through March based on snow removal Skills You Need Experience: Previous experience with or ability to learn effective landscaping maintenance skills and techniques. Horticulture Expertise: A minimum of 1-3 years of landscape maintenance/horticulture experience is required. Leadership: Previous foreman or crew leader experience is preferred. Equipment Knowledge: Familiarity with landscape tools and equipment (pruners, string trimmers, shears, backpack blower, backpack sprayer) is preferred. Plant Knowledge: Knowledge of flowers, trees, shrubs, and other landscape products is helpful but not required. Certification: Category 3.0 Turf and Landscape Certification or the ability to gain certification within 45 days of hire. Language Skills: Bilingual in Spanish and English is helpful. Benefits The Bruce Company offers a competitive hourly wage, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement benefits, paid vacation, and more coupled with a challenging and team-oriented work environment to help you succeed in your career. Join our team of outdoor living experts and experience for yourself why many of our employees have chosen to make their life-long careers at The Bruce Company. Visit us at ******************** to learn more. The Bruce Company is proud to be an Affirmative-Action Equal Opportunity Employer. This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities of the job. Further, the duties assigned may be added, deleted, or modified at any time at the discretion of management.