Landscape Foreman

Akehurst Landscape Service Inc • Lansdowne, MD

1d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

This non-exempt position is responsible for performing a variety of operational and administrative tasks involving masonry, equipment operation, and site management; perform related work as required. The examples of functions listed in this job description are representative, but not necessarily exhaustive, of any one position in this job classification. Management may assign other functions not listed herein at its sole discretion.

Requirements

• At least two (2) years of professional grounds maintenance, irrigation, hardscape, construction, and operational experience similar to that presented above
• Frequently stand, walk, or crouch on narrow and/or slippery surfaces
• Work in extremely cold and freezing climates for long periods of time
• Stoop, kneel, bend to pick up or move objects
• Walk for long distances and on sloped ground and uneven surfaces
• Move, lift, and carry objects weighing up to 75 pounds
• Normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Corrected hearing and vision to normal range
• Incumbents must sign the Confidentiality, Non-disclosure, and Non-solicitation Agreement prior to their first day on the job
• A valid Maryland driver’s license, which must be maintained throughout employment in this job classification, is required at the time of appointment
• Incumbents must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness
• Misdemeanor and/or felony convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and recency
• Prior to appointment, candidates may be subject to a background investigation and/or drug test

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English and Spanish skills are desirable

Responsibilities

• Leads the work activities of a full work crew
• Performs masonry functions (e.g., finishing concrete, laying tile, reading blueprints)
• Uses hand tools (e.g., trowels), complex tools (e.g., laser level), and electrical-powered equipment (e.g., saws, drills) properly
• Completes administrative duties (e.g., crew timecards, signs for plant delivery, equipment inventory, spray use reports, punch lists) on time
• May drive a crew to and from work sites
• Conducts job site inspections
• Completes job site checklist
• Follows specifications for all job sites and performs work within those guidelines
• Completes the work on time and under budget
• Calculates all material needs so as not to exceed company waste standards
• Reads elevations and blueprints extremely well
• Works with the Field Supervisor to determine bids for new jobs
• Performs basic grounds maintenance procedures (e.g., weeding, raking, preparing planter beds, sweeping)
• Operates various hand tools (e.g., leaf rake, shovel, hoe, hose, hand pruner, lopping shears, hedge shears), light equipment (e.g., blower, lawn mower, string trimmer, push spreader, bed edger, wheelbarrow), and demanding equipment (e.g., ZTR lawnmowers, aerator, pruning saw, pole pruner, chainsaw, chipper, and stump grinder) safely and efficiently
• Applies SDS procedures
• Interprets placement of plant and hardscape materials from a non-dimensioned plan
• Applies grading and drainage principles
• Understands layout and construction procedures (e.g., pavers, natural stone, retaining walls, lighting features)
• Installs plant material, prunes, and applies mulch as needed
• Plans and organizes work for Crew Members on job
• Follows-up on punch list
• Completes tasks according to production rates
• Complies with business ethics, applicable laws, and regulations
• Ensures the crew completes work efficiently thereby improving gross margin
• Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information
• Understands the relationship between job quality and customer service, satisfaction, and retention
• Ensures all job responsibilities are performed in accordance with company protocol
• Completes assignments within labor goals and specifications without sacrificing job quality
• Complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Ensures work is performed to the company's and customer's expectations
• Role models PPE usage
• Completes administrative duties (e.g., signs for plant delivery, equipment inventory, vehicle inspections) on time
• Reports non-landscape issues to the Field Supervisor
• Performs routine maintenance on the equipment including oil changes, greasing, and cleaning equipment
• Trains, coaches, and develops employees in the use of basic landscape equipment and tools
• Diagnoses and repairs common equipment problems
• Conducts regular preventative maintenance on equipment
• Schedules equipment
• Interprets all aspects of structural plans to ensure compliance with codes
• Reads work orders
• Sets up truck daily with all supplies and equipment needed to complete the day’s work
• Coordinates equipment safety and repair
• Leads safety meetings
• Performs Winter Service (e.g., snow clearing, snow plowing, shoveling, salting) as needed
• Provides excellent service (e.g., accurate, complete, and timely) to clients, work-site partners, and Company staff in a courteous and efficient manner

What This Job Offers

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