Landscape Foreman Job Summary

The Landscaping Foreman oversees and performs a variety of landscape activities, such as planting, weeding, digging, spreading topsoil and other materials, and seasonal lawn preparation. The Landscaping Foreman may also operate lawn mowers and related equipment and will assist staff on all projects as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

General Landscaping – 80%

· Oversees and works with a crew of 2 – 4 employees.

· Oversees and performs planting and related activities.

· Moves materials and equipment and performs related duties to assist in landscaping and hardscaping.

· Installs hardscapes, and demolishes hardscapes.

· Oversees and digs holes and trenches and excavates for landscaping and hardscaping using picks and shovels or related equipment.

· Oversees and hauls or spreads topsoil, gravel, sand, mulch, or related materials using wheelbarrows and rakes.

· Oversees and hand-finishes grade, and apply seed, straw, or sod.

· Maintains assigned equipment and notifies Landscape Manager of needed repairs.

· Responds politely to customer inquiries and projects a professional image.

· Reports to work at the required time and performs duties as assigned by the Landscape Manager

· Loads equipment and materials on and off trucks and trailers.

· Performs snow removal activities as assigned, such as shoveling, salting, etc.

· Assist Landscape Maintenance staff on projects as assigned.

· Other duties as assigned.

Chemical Treatments – 10%

· Applies chemicals under the direction of a licensed chemical applicator.

Special Projects – 10%

· Assist and participate in special projects as assigned.

· Assist and support the Landscape Maintenance staff on projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in the landscaping field.
• This position requires a high school degree or GED.
• State Driver’s License and insurable with company’s agent.
• Working knowledge of standard horticultural practices.
• Pesticide Certification a plus.
• Ability to operate a truck and trailer combination proficiently.
• Heavy equipment operation
• · Lift 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally lift/move more.
• · Maintain physical fitness level necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• · Be able to read and write.
• · Meet all applicable Federal and State mandated labor laws.
• · Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• · Be able to withstand strenuous work in adverse weather conditions.

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• Benefits
• · Medical, Dental and Vision benefits after 90 days of employment.
• · 5 paid vacation days that begin accruing immediately and available for use after 90 days.
• · Employer paid life insurance policy with the opportunity to purchase more.
• · 401K after one year of service with a company match up to 4%.
• · Performance review with a potential increase after 90 days
• · Referral bonus program
• · Opportunities for advancement

WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• commercial landscaping: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• West Chester, OH 45011 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Chester, OH 45011: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person