Landscape Foreman (Stormwater)

Apex Companies • Urbandale, IA

2d • $25 - $30 • Hybrid

About The Position

Apex Companies is a rapidly growing consulting and engineering firm seeking a high-performing Landscape Foreman (Stormwater) to support the maintenance of stormwater infrastructure on commercial properties. The company emphasizes career growth, employee development, and making a meaningful impact on communities and the environment. Apex is recognized for its industry-leading growth and collaborative culture. This role involves leading a crew, performing landscaping and maintenance tasks, operating equipment, and documenting work, with a requirement for regional travel.

Requirements

• 2-4+ years of experience with manual labor, outdoor experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of landscaping equipment and materials preferred.
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally required. 4-5 days of travel is typical (M-F only).
• Employees must meet the minimum requirement of 21 years of age due to DOT interstate transportation requirements.
• Valid driver's license, safe driving record, and a reliable method of transportation required.
• Candidates must pass a pre-employment background check, motor vehicle record check, and drug screening.
• Ability to perform various physical tasks (i.e., bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, etc.) and work in a variety of weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in construction, manual labor, or lawn maintenance as a Crew Leader.
• Enjoy working outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and schedule landscaping, routine maintenance, and light repairs of stormwater infrastructure (retention ponds, detention basins, drainage ditches, stormwater grates, and other stormwater assets).
• Lead a crew of 2-4 crew members, communicating and enforcing all safety regulations.
• Perform mowing, weed-trimming, debris removal, ground maintenance and cleanup, light construction, and maintenance repairs for client properties.
• Operate landscaping and light construction equipment and maintain the equipment trailer.
• Prepare reports and document work in the field using Apex proprietary systems.
• Travel from the shop location via the company truck to client sites locally and regionally.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Per diem
• Overtime opportunities
• Performance-based annual raises
• Subsidized medical coverage
• Subsidized dental coverage
• Subsidized vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Optional disability plans
• 401(k) with company match
• 15 days of paid time off
• 9 paid company holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Ongoing professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed