What are the responsibilities and job description for the lawn care foreman position at PLUSH LAWNS INC?
Location: Gretna, NE (and surrounding areas) Job Type: Full-Time / Seasonal
About Plush LawnsAt Plush Lawns, we don’t just mow grass; we manage the curb appeal and outdoor lifestyle of our community. We built our reputation on being the most dependable and accountable team in the area. We believe in doing the job right the first time and taking ownership of every property we touch. If you are a leader who takes pride in your work and wants to grow with an honorable company, we want to talk to you.
The RoleWe are seeking an experienced Lawn Care Foreman to lead a crew and oversee daily field operations. This is a "player-coach" role—you will be on the ground with your team, ensuring that our 30-week and 36-week mowing routes are completed to perfection, while also maintaining high standards for our irrigation and fertilization clients.
What You’ll Do- Lead & Mentor: Manage a 2–3 person crew, ensuring safety, efficiency, and high-quality results on every property.
- Execute Quality Care: Oversee professional mowing, string trimming, and edging, while identifying and reporting turf issues (weeds, pests, or irrigation needs).
- Communication: Act as the face of the company on-site, answering client questions with a professional and adaptable attitude.
- Equipment Management: Ensure all equipment (trucks, mowers, blowers) is maintained, cleaned, and organized daily.
- Problem Solve: Use your experience to navigate weather delays or site challenges while keeping the schedule on track.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years in professional lawn maintenance or landscaping, with at least 1 year in a leadership/foreman role.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with commercial zero-turn mowers and general turf health (knowledge of Nebraska weeds/grasses is a plus).
- Reliability: You are dependable. You show up on time, every day, ready to lead.
- Driving Record: A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record are required.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to work outdoors in Nebraska weather conditions and lift 50 lbs consistently.
- Competitive Pay: We value your leadership and pay accordingly.
- Quality Equipment: We provide the tools you need to do an elite job.
- Growth Opportunities: We are a growing company and we promote from within.
- Culture of Respect: We treat our team with the same honorable standards we give our clients.