Crew Leader Jobs for OPT Students
Crew Leader jobs on OPT are available across landscaping, construction, agriculture, and facilities management. Most roles require hands-on team supervision, so your degree field matters for DSO approval. Standard OPT grants 12 months of work authorization, with a 24-month STEM extension available for qualifying majors like environmental science or civil engineering.
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Position Description
The Assistant Field Manager is responsible for assisting the Field Manager in managing labor and material in the field to complete assigned contract maintenance and snow removal projects. In addition, assistant field managers must develop the people that report to them. Success in this position is indicated by jobs in which contracts are renewed, jobs completed in the budgeted hours, and low negative turnover of assistants and crewmembers. This position must cooperate with other landscape management field managers and enhancement field managers to see that the overall goals of the branch are met.
Candidate must pass a background check to obtain base access.
Pay Range: $15 - 20/hour, depending on experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop a clear understanding of the philosophies by which the company operates, the short-and long-term goals of the branch, and the financial position of the branch.
- Get to know their people in an effort to help them develop within the company.
- Be an active part of our training process by attending or conducting certification training sessions on a regular basis.
- Plan, schedule and supervise daily production activities on assigned contracts.
- Develop a clear understanding of the hourly and cost budgets for each of your jobs. Monitor by reviewing job hours, reports, and job costs regularly and acting as needed. Communicate budget hours to crewmembers.
- Monitor quality of work and be proactive in bringing issues to the customer’s attention by inspecting the job at the end of each day.
- Maintain assigned vehicle and equipment in good working order.
Qualifications
- Must pass a background check to obtain base access.
- Demonstrated skill and ability to manage others at other levels.
- Demonstrated skill and ability to work with service customers.
- At least one year of experience doing contract maintenance work in a commercial setting.
- Two or four-year horticultural or related degrees and two years of industry experience. Additional industry experience or industry certifications can substitute for a non-related degree, a two-year degree, or no degree.
- Ability to identify and diagnose insect and disease problems and schedule appropriate treatment.
- Working knowledge of vehicles and equipment used in contract maintenance and snow removal.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean record over the last three years.
What we provide:
- Competitive salary
- Medical benefits with dental and vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) plan
- Flexible work/life balance
- Family-oriented company culture
General description
Ruppert Landscape is a commercial landscape Landscape Construction and management company, a family-owned and employee-owned business, headquartered in Montgomery County, MD, with operations in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, Delaware, and Tennessee. Our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take excellent care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.
Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
Assistant Field Manager - Landscape Maintenance
Position Description
The Assistant Field Manager is responsible for assisting the Field Manager in managing labor and material in the field to complete assigned contract maintenance and snow removal projects. In addition, assistant field managers must develop the people that report to them. Success in this position is indicated by jobs in which contracts are renewed, jobs completed in the budgeted hours, and low negative turnover of assistants and crewmembers. This position must cooperate with other landscape management field managers and enhancement field managers to see that the overall goals of the branch are met.
Candidate must pass a background check to obtain base access.
Pay Range: $15 - 20/hour, depending on experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop a clear understanding of the philosophies by which the company operates, the short-and long-term goals of the branch, and the financial position of the branch.
- Get to know their people in an effort to help them develop within the company.
- Be an active part of our training process by attending or conducting certification training sessions on a regular basis.
- Plan, schedule and supervise daily production activities on assigned contracts.
- Develop a clear understanding of the hourly and cost budgets for each of your jobs. Monitor by reviewing job hours, reports, and job costs regularly and acting as needed. Communicate budget hours to crewmembers.
- Monitor quality of work and be proactive in bringing issues to the customer’s attention by inspecting the job at the end of each day.
- Maintain assigned vehicle and equipment in good working order.
Qualifications
- Must pass a background check to obtain base access.
- Demonstrated skill and ability to manage others at other levels.
- Demonstrated skill and ability to work with service customers.
- At least one year of experience doing contract maintenance work in a commercial setting.
- Two or four-year horticultural or related degrees and two years of industry experience. Additional industry experience or industry certifications can substitute for a non-related degree, a two-year degree, or no degree.
- Ability to identify and diagnose insect and disease problems and schedule appropriate treatment.
- Working knowledge of vehicles and equipment used in contract maintenance and snow removal.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean record over the last three years.
What we provide:
- Competitive salary
- Medical benefits with dental and vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) plan
- Flexible work/life balance
- Family-oriented company culture
General description
Ruppert Landscape is a commercial landscape Landscape Construction and management company, a family-owned and employee-owned business, headquartered in Montgomery County, MD, with operations in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, Delaware, and Tennessee. Our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take excellent care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.
Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Crew Leader
Confirm your degree aligns with the role
DSOs require your Crew Leader position to relate directly to your major. Environmental science, civil engineering, agriculture, and construction management degrees are the clearest fits. Document the connection in writing before your employer submits paperwork.
Ask about STEM OPT eligibility upfront
If your degree is in civil engineering, environmental science, or a related STEM field, ask employers early whether they are enrolled in E-Verify. STEM OPT extension requires an E-Verify employer, and not all field operations companies participate.
Track your 90-day unemployment limit carefully
OPT authorizes up to 90 days of unemployment, reduced to 60 after a STEM extension. Seasonal gaps between Crew Leader contracts count toward this limit, so document your employment periods and transition quickly between roles.
Get your job offer in writing before your program end date
Your OPT application requires a job offer or evidence of active job searching. Securing a written Crew Leader offer before your program ends strengthens your DSO's recommendation and reduces processing risk with USCIS.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly employers
Not every Crew Leader employer understands OPT work authorization. Migrate Mate filters for roles posted by employers familiar with F-1 OPT requirements, saving you time and reducing the chance of offer rescissions over authorization confusion.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Crew Leader on OPT?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your degree field. A Crew Leader position in landscaping, construction, or facilities management can qualify under majors like environmental science, civil engineering, or construction management. Your DSO must confirm the connection before you begin work, so prepare a written explanation of how the role relates to your coursework.
Do Crew Leader employers need to sponsor my OPT?
No. OPT is authorized by USCIS through your school, not your employer. Your employer does not file any petition or pay any fees to hire you on OPT. They do need to enroll in E-Verify if you plan to apply for a STEM OPT extension later, so it's worth confirming their E-Verify status before accepting an offer.
How do I find Crew Leader jobs that accept OPT students?
Migrate Mate is the recommended platform for F-1 OPT students looking for Crew Leader roles. It surfaces positions from employers who understand OPT work authorization, so you spend less time explaining your status and more time moving through the hiring process. Filter by your field of study to confirm the role supports your degree connection requirement.
Does a Crew Leader job qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in a STEM field such as civil engineering, environmental science, construction science, or agricultural engineering, and the Crew Leader role is directly related to that field, you may qualify. Your employer also must be enrolled in E-Verify. Consult your DSO to confirm eligibility before counting on the extension.
What happens to my OPT if my Crew Leader contract ends between seasons?
Seasonal gaps between contracts count as unemployment under OPT rules. You have 90 days total of unemployment on standard OPT, or 60 days on a STEM extension. If a seasonal Crew Leader role ends and your next position is not lined up, those days start accumulating immediately. Keep detailed records of your employment periods and work with your DSO if a gap extends beyond a few weeks.
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