Landscape Field Superintendent

Benchmark Companies

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Benchmark Companies is seeking a qualified applicant to join our growing team to lead our regional mulch installation division. This position is the quintessential “leadership from the front” role for our mulch installation crews. We are looking for an energetic problem solver with significant experience in landscape operations. An Installation Production Superintendent is a field management position that plays a critical role in driving and ensuring safety, quality, and productivity in our daily operations, but does so in a way that elevates and unifies our staff.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record to meet fleet insurance standards
Ability to communicate in both English and Spanish
Must be eligible to work in the US
Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test
Strong computer skills and the ability to adapt to new software programs
Must be able to move and/or lift up to 60 pounds consistently

Nice To Haves

CDL preferred, but will assist in achieving this license
5 years of landscape experience including 2 years in some management capacity is preferred

Responsibilities

Create and foster an environment of camaraderie and teamwork
Train and enforce all safety procedures and policies
Ensure work is performed to the quality level expected by the company and demanded by our clients
Oversee training and development of installation staff
Identify and create performance improvement plans for struggling crew leaders and crew members
Ensure that no crew is dispatched without a clear scope of work and proper equipment
Challenge the established job plans periodically and continuously improve the plans
Perform pre-installation inspections for new jobs before the work begins
Identify low performing jobs and re-plan the work to improve performance
Act as a liaison between field operations and the administrative, customer service, and general management functions
Perform any other duties as assigned.