Under the supervision of the Foreman, the working Lead Hand is second in command on the job site while assisting the Foreman to accomplish the given tasks in a safe and most efficient manner. These duties include tree and shrub planting, receiving and unloading plant material, placing, spreading and grading soil, mulch or aggregates, installing and removing T-bars, as well as site clean-up. Providing updates on the progress and the evolving needs of the maintenance site. Encouraging, teaching and leading crew members to have safe working procedures. Performing other manual jobs that may be required as well as operating small machines and hand tools to complete the tasks.
