Classification: Full-time

Company: River City Lawnscape, Inc.

Location:  W8123 Old CTH NA, Holmen, WI

Reports To: Operations Manager 

COMPANY OVERVIEW

River City Lawnscape Inc., established in 1983, is an award winning landscape design/build and full service landscape management company in La Crosse, WI and Rochester, MN. The range of services we offer includes landscaping, irrigation, mowing, lawn fertilization, landscape maintenance, outdoor and holiday lighting, snow removal and retail sales. River City Lawnscape Inc. is dedicated to providing quality, year-round service for those who desire the best for their property and is committed to building trust with our customers and in the community. Our passion is to provide opportunities while leading the way.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Irrigation Foreman is an integral part of our Install and Maintenance teams. The Foreman oversees and coordinates a crew of two to four employees to process work orders for installation projects and works independently on maintenance services. The quality and customer satisfaction for each job will be the responsibility of the Irrigation Foreman. Daily equipment maintenance must be completed. This position will support other seasonal services as necessary. This is a full-time, seasonal position.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & SKILLS

• Leadership capability and demeanor to effectively manage and train a crew of two to four people
• Thoroughly understand all aspects of irrigation installation and maintenance as outlined in company standard operating procedures
• Familiar with all aspects of irrigation service and installation to include: wiring, controllers and valves, pressure testing, trenching/pulling pipe; installing heads, rotors, valves, main and lateral lines, drip line, etc.; operating equipment, maintaining inventory, installing and servicing commercial and residential irrigation systems
• Able to operate equipment: trenchers, pullers, trucks, shovels, rakes, wheelbarrow, hand tools, and other equipment
• Able to lay out a job site, interpret specs, install irrigation systems
• Knowledgeable in residential and commercial irrigation system operation and familiar with Hunter controllers
• Use multimeter to troubleshoot and repair irrigation electrical systems
• Responsible for seasonal maintenance including start ups and blow outs
• Able to keep jobs on schedule and on budget while meeting production rates and maintaining quality standards
• Ensure safety procedures are followed, accidents and workers’ compensation claims are properly documented and reported
• Follow all instructions given by the Supervisor
• Prepare vehicles and equipment for the day’s work
• Demonstrate customer service and professionalism, communicating effectively with customers and co-workers
• Ability to use landscape software as needed to perform tasks
• Be self sufficient and work effectively with little supervision
• Dependability
• Be punctual, committed, and motivated to succeed

• Seasonal duties include snow removal and assistance in other departments as needed
• Proficient in or able to learn customer relationship management and estimating software

• Duties, responsibilities and activities subject to change at any time with or without notice to accommodate seasonal and peak business demands

EDUCATION & REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years of experience preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience
• Possess valid driver’s license and must be insurable on company’s insurance policy

• Ability to obtain a CDL class A combination license
• Pass a pre-employment and ongoing random drug tests

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance at a level acceptable to the company, including the ability to work overtime, holidays, evenings or weekends as necessary.

• Able to lift/carry 50 lbs. on a regular and consistent basis, move about the work site
• Exposed to exterior elements (i.e. pollen, chemicals, cold and heat, etc.)
• Extended periods of activity; walking, standing, kneeling, bending and lifting
• Typical work week requires 40-55 hours, some Saturdays as needed

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Wages start at $20.86/hour
• Overtime pay at time and a half
• Opportunity for wage increase after 60 days
• Recognition programs
• Opportunities for advancement
• Vacation pay

• Benefits including health, dental, vision, life and accident insurance available after 60 days, Simple IRA after 1 year

• Company issued uniforms

EXPECTATIONS (Our Core Values)

• Be passionate
• Exceed expectations
• Find a way
• Be unselfish

River City Lawnscape, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Updated May 2024