Landscaping Foreman

Grounds Maintenance Foreman Reports to: Grounds Maintenance Supervisor Summary: The Grounds Maintenance Foreman is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks in order to manage the timely completion of grounds maintenance service contracts. The grounds maintenance foreman will be required to supervise a crew of laborers and operate a variety of tools and equipment to conduct specified job tasks, as well provide daily progress reporting on job time and cost data. Core Capabilities: Customer and quality focusEffective communication skills (both verbal and written)TeamworkExcellent problem-solving abilitiesResponsibility and dependabilityEthics and integrity Job Duties: Plan and manage the loading/unloading of trucks and trailers in the AM and PM including all daily labor, equipment and materials required to complete daily objectivesResponsible for maintaining grass, and keeping grounds clear of refuse in addition to performing other lawn care duties as presentedMove and install mulch during early seasonOperate power equipment including, but not limited to; lawn mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, sod cutters, chain saws, and snow blowersManage the work of crew members to ensure proper safety, quality, and productivityInspect all work for quality to eliminate the need for return visits and/or re-work due to quality or customer satisfaction issuesTrain crew members on proper and safe job methodsConduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipmentAssist with shop and yard maintenance, vehicle, and equipment maintenanceComplete and submit all required paperwork including; daily time and service record forms, equipment daily inspection forms, etc,Maintain and enforce standards of cleanliness and organization in assigned trucks, trailers, equipment, jobsites, and shop/yard areasEnsure that all work activities are conducted in a safe and efficient manner, and that all crew members are following government and company PPE standardsCommunicate with customers in a polite and courteous mannerPerform and assist with snow removal operations when in season Requirements: High School Diploma, GED or equivalentMinimum 2 years’ experience in the landscape/grounds maintenance industryCapable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible mannerEffective communication skills - must be able to conduct verbal instructions, read labels and signs, complete daily reports to office and/or customersTime management skillsKnowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practicesAbility to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a teamAbility to walk, stand for extended periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasksAble to provide and use smartphone with data planValid driver’s license and safe driving recordWork Conditions: Will be working with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, and materialsOccasional lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. during a work shiftAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentRequires good manual dexterityExcellent stamina is requiredBe in and around heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basisWork outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and coldFlexible working hours including occasional weekend work and holidays (mainly in Winter) Compensation and Benefits: Full-time year-round employmentPaid vacation (after 1 year)Earned PTOUniform assistanceAdditional pay for snow removalSimple IRA (after 90 days)No scheduled weekends