Landscape Foreman (Installation)

Sunrise Landscape • Tampa, FL

123d

About The Position

The Landscape Foreman are an important part of every landscape crew. They are an experienced landscaper and perform digging, grading, planting, tree bracing, mulching, laying sod, clean-up, landscape maintenance, read plans, perform layout, follow OSHA rules, and operate equipment at assigned project sites with knowledge and expertise. The Landscape Foreman leads a crew of 3-5 employees and reports to the project Superintendent.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of landscape experience with at least 1 year of leadership experience.
• Able to read plans and perform layout accurately.
• Able to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• OSHA 10 card holder is a plus but is not required.
• Bilingual Spanish and English a plus but not required.
• Able to stand, kneel, bend, twist, and squat for prolonged periods throughout the day.
• Able to work in all types of weather, including summer heat and sun.
• Able to use hand and power tools for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Able to take direction and work effectively with others.
• Able to work 8+ hours per day 5 days per week (overtime and weekend work may be required).

Responsibilities

• Lead by example.
• Lead a crew to install landscaping per plans and specs on residential and commercial projects.
• Lead a crew to perform the work efficiently and safely.
• Understand and achieve the schedule and production goals.
• Read plans and perform layout of plant materials.
• Perform work thoughtfully so as not to damage the work of other trades (including irrigation).
• Complete and submit all required daily and weekly paperwork (safety sheets, equipment/vehicle inspection forms, time and production sheets, etc).
• Train crew members and hold them to company standards.
• Plan daily with the project superintendent.
• Receive and verify shipments to the jobsite.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and landscaping tools.
• Lay sod.
• Carry plants and other materials.
• Plant trees, shrubs, ground cover, and annuals.
• Mulch and Fertilize.
• Hand water.
• Dig, trench, grade, and move soil.
• Follow all company and all OSHA safety rules.
• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, work boots, etc).
• Arrive to work on-time every day and in the company provided uniform.
• Have a good attitude, work well with others, and follow direction.
• Operate construction equipment including skid steers, excavators, tractors, sod cutters, tillers, augers, trenchers, and loaders.
• Perform other related duties as directed.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees