What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Construction Foreman position at Onyx Corporation?
We are a growing Landscape Construction & Excavation Company located in Acton, MA seeking a motivated individual with experience as a Landscape Construction Foreman. This is a full time (with paid overtime) position . Job applicants should meet the following criteria:
Experience
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience leading a team in the following: Site work (Excavation, Grading, Drainage & Utilities) Hardscape (Walls, Walkways, Steps, Terraces, Fireplaces, Outdoor Kitchens, Water features, Driveways, etc.), Landscape (Planting, Lawn Installation, Low-voltage Landscape Lighting, some knowledge of Irrigation a plus.) Must be able to ID plant species and varieties. Foreman’s abilities should include proficiency in machine operation (skid steer and mini-excavator, larger machinery a plus).
Duties/Responsibilities
Benefits
Experience
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience leading a team in the following: Site work (Excavation, Grading, Drainage & Utilities) Hardscape (Walls, Walkways, Steps, Terraces, Fireplaces, Outdoor Kitchens, Water features, Driveways, etc.), Landscape (Planting, Lawn Installation, Low-voltage Landscape Lighting, some knowledge of Irrigation a plus.) Must be able to ID plant species and varieties. Foreman’s abilities should include proficiency in machine operation (skid steer and mini-excavator, larger machinery a plus).
Duties/Responsibilities
- Site work preparation to include, excavation, grading, drainage, and utilities installation
- Hardscape construction to include, walls, walkways, steps, terraces, fireplaces, outdoor kitchens, water features, driveways, etc.
- Landscape installation to include, planting, lawn installation, low-voltage landscape lighting, and irrigation systems
- Thorough understanding of plant species identification and knowledge of plant varieties
- Thorough understanding of machine operation, to include skid steer, mini-excavator, and larger machinery
- Have strong leadership skills
- Able to communicate effectively with sub-contractors, clients, architects, and management.
- Organizational skills are also required, as the foreman is responsible for filling out and keeping track of daily foreman logs, job sheets, and timecards.
- Ability to keep crews on task and manage production, while still maintaining a high level of quality work is essential.
- High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of experience
- Valid driver’s license
- Hoisting License 2A/1C
- DOT Certificate (acquired within one month after date of hire)
- Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to physically operate landscape machines and equipment.
- Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and stand.
- Must be able to work in all types of weather, including extremely hot and extremely cold temperatures.
- Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Acton, MA 01720 (Preferred)
- Acton, MA 01720: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)