Mowing Foreman

Referral Bonus for eligible employees*

Job Description for a Mowing Foreman

We are seeking an experienced and motivated mowing foreperson to lead our team of mowing technicians. The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee the daily operations of the mowing crew, ensuring that all work is completed to the highest quality standards and on schedule. The mowing foreperson will also be responsible for managing crew members and job site structure, maintaining equipment, communicating with clients, and ensuring the safety of the crew.

Core Skills:

• Truck & trailer maneuvering/driving
• Crew Lead/Foreman Experience
• Power equipment (Zero turn mower, blower, weed eater, hedge trimmer)
• Hand Tools (hand pruners, loppers)
• Read/interpret work orders (know levels/standards of service)
• Power Equipment/Hand Tool Care (basic maintenance, troubleshooting)
• Plant identification (Proficient)
• Communication
• Leadership
• Customer service
• Technology (MS 365, LMN)

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage loading/unloading of trucks &/or trailers including equipment and materials needed to complete job
• Operate and supervise safe and proficient operation of power equipment
• Supervise crew members ensuring safety, quality, and productivity
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and customer satisfaction
• Conduct daily safety inspections of jobsite, equipment, and vehicle
• Train crew members on proper and safe work methods
• Assign jobsite tasks to crew members
• Assist in jobsite duties including mowing, planting, edging, mulching, pruning, and moving material
• Complete and submit all required paperwork including safety inspections and crew timesheet with accurate job codes
• Maintain and enforce standards of cleanliness for jobsite, company equipment and vehicle, and crew member uniforms
• Provide daily status updates to Production Manager
• Operation of a variety of landscape maintenance equipment such as: John Deere, Toro 48,52 and 60 mowers, push mower, line trimmers, hedge trimmer, truck w/trailer, skid loader, backpack blower, bed edger, mulch mule
• Coordinate with Mechanic to repair &/or maintain equipment, trucks, and trailers

Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• 3 years of industry experience
• 2 years of industry supervisor experience
• Valid drivers license with <2 points- Required
• Bilingual in Spanish (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

• Bending, sitting, standing, walking for up to 12 hours per shift during peak season
• Working in all seasons and a variety of weather conditions
• Navigating a variety of terrain
• Lifting, pushing &/or pulling up to 50 pound

Benefits:

• After 90 Days of Continuous Employment:
  
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision (60% Employer covered)
  • Short Term Disability & Life Insurance (100% Employer covered)
  • 40 hours of Paid Time Off

Other general benefits include:

• • Team celebrations and parties
  • Free Uniform
  • Training / Professional Development

Why Work at Landscapes by Terra?

Our Story: Landscapes by Terra is an American Dream story. Our founders and owners, Mindy and Jeff Stroupe began a small landscape business out of their garage just out of college. 30 years later, their dream has become a reality. Today, through hard work, determination, and plenty of trial and error, Landscape by Terra has become Central Ohios premier residential design/build company for creative high quality outdoor spaces.

Our Culture: At Landscapes by Terra, we believe our homes are the most important places for us to enjoy and create lasting memories with those we love. This is because creating beautiful outdoor spaces enhances our enjoyment of family and friends. We value home, friends, and family for both our clients and our employees. This is why we seek to hire highly skilled, experienced, and team-oriented people and continue to invest in them to ensure they thrive.

Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday Friday 7am 5pm (Daily schedule adjusts with seasons & is dependent on customer needs)

Offered compensation: $22/hr - $25/hr

Experience and License Requirements

• Driver's License
• Mowing Foreman
• Ohio Pesticide License (optional)