Uplift Crew Leader

Business: Howard Ecoworks

 

Location: Columbia

FULL TIME • TEMPORARY

Business Product/Service: Non-Profit Organization: Environmental Services, Training Programs, Native Plants

Business Address:
9770 Patuxent Woods Dr Suite 309
Columbia, Maryland 21046

Phone: (443) 518-7665

Contact Name: Matt Hemler
Title: Programs Coordinator
Email: mhemler@howardecoworks.org
Website: https://www.howardecoworks.org/

Job Description

Job Overview:

The UpLift program at Howard EcoWorks provides training in domain skills such as construction techniques for environmental restoration projects, identifying native and non-native plants, and proper tool usage and care. As a workforce development program, the UpLift program includes a structured professional development curriculum to prepare participants best for their careers’ next steps providing industry exposure events in the environmental industry, career coaching and mentoring, and certificates in the environmental installation sector (CBLP-A, Red Cross First Aid, OSHA-10). The goal of this program is to guide participants in the discovery of their personalized career paths and provide participants with the tools to be able to successfully navigate the professional environment.

The Uplift Crew Leader will be an essential part of the Howard EcoWorks field team providing guidance and oversight to the Uplift Crew Members. Crew Leaders are responsible for leading the Uplift Crew; overseeing assigned tasks and field projects, assessing and evaluating the performance of Uplift members in coordination with the Landscape Foreman, and actively participating in field projects including tree planting and maintenance, installation and maintenance of landscaping projects, invasive species removal and more.

Field Responsibilities & Duties

Lead and supervise crews through successful completion of projects and assignments

Driving company vehicles to transport crew and materials to job sites

Interpret work plans and design plans

Manage and report crew attendance

Enforce proper safety protocols at all times

Communication with customers and EcoWorks staff members

Provide and support field skills training to crew members

Train crew how to properly use, store, and care for equipment, tools, materials, etc.

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Program Responsibilities & Duties

Support crew members in their professional development journey

Participation in scheduled professional development and industry exposure events

Commitment towards working to finding employment following the completion of the program

Dedicating off work hours, as needed, to perform job searching and career development for next steps

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age

Must have a valid driver’s license, and the ability to drive the company truck and trailer

Ability to effectively lead and work with a group

Ability to work in a variety of outdoor settings including forests and streams

Ability to work in all types of weather including but not limited to wind, rain, cold and heat

Able to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift 50 pounds

Must have reliable transportation to meeting location: 14270 Burntwoods Rd, Glenwood MD

Preferred Qualifications:

Leadership, teaching, or mentorship experience

Strong preference for those seeking full-time employment in the green industry following completion of the program

Commitment to entire program duration

Passion for the environment and restoration work

Passion and/or interest in working outdoors

Adaptable, and flexible with changes in day-to-day tasks

Self-motivated

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, Driver’s Record Check, Medium Lifting, Physical Required

Wages per hour: $17.00 / hr
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: YES
Paid Holidays, 401k, Paid Sick Leave, 1 Personal Day

Days of Work:
MONDAY 7:00am – 3:30pm  TUESDAY 7:00am – 3:30pm  WEDNESDAY 7:00am – 3:30pm  THURSDAY 7:00am – 3:30pm  FRIDAY 7:00am – 3:30pm
Shift:

How to Apply: https://share.hsforms.com/1SskopfAeTveeNzLJXMphZAcmwh5
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months: 1-6 months
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 02/14/2025