Landscape Foreperson

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation • Santa Clara, CA

9d • $35 - $44

About The Position

Overall direction and leadership of the Landscape section and assist in the installation and maintenance of Landscape.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 3 - 5 Years Related Experience landscape maintenance, irrigation, pest control, arbor care, turf, and ornamental horticulture.
• Must be at least 18 Years of Age.
• Demonstrated experience in Landscape maintenance to include irrigation, pest control, arbor care, turf, ornamental horticulture or degree in horticulture or related field.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience to include budgeting, scheduling and managing projects from conception through completion.
• Good communication (written, verbal and listening) skills, especially for dealing with the public and associates.
• Basic computer skills (spreadsheet, word processing, data base). Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel a plus.
• NCDEA certification to apply pesticides or obtain certification within 1 year of employment.
• Ability to work various shifts and days including nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Strong knowledge of native plants, ornamental flowers, and/or urban agriculture with a focus on colorful annual planting.
• Continued sequence of bloom throughout the year.
• Transplanting and greenhouse maintenance.
• Develop and implement Landscape maintenance plans and work schedules that clearly define the goals and strategies needed to reach the objectives for California's Great America and the Maintenance Department.
• Provide direction and leadership to the landscape maintenance associates by implementing programs, encouraging creativity, and inspiring associates to reach the next level in their professional career.
• Select, train, direct, schedule, evaluate and discipline staff and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Establish and maintain professional, trained, and motivated staff through effective implementation of performance and development programs.
• Respond to and take appropriate action to resolve concerns and complaints from guests and associates.
• Provide team with necessary information and tools to effectively perform their duties.
• Ensure that maintenance policies and procedures are implemented, updated, and followed.
• Maintain liaison with park departments to ensure that landscape concerns are identified, solutions are coordinated and followed-up on.
• Prepare accurate cost analysis of projects and forecast accurate project completion dates.
• Gather, enter, and collate necessary data for submission of required reports, both internal and external, in a timely manner.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate quality-assurance measures and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Communicate clearly and effectively in speaking, writing, and listening to management, associates, and customers. Performs preventative maintenance (planned internal inspections) on equipment and completes required documentation and check-out file records.
• Keep abreast of current trends and practices in field of expertise. Makes recommendations based on new development/trends.
• Assist in preparing the operation plan and budget. Order parts and supplies. Monitor and take action to ensure operation remains within guidelines concerning budget.
• Follow established accounting procedures for documentation of purchases and expenses.
• Follows proper storage requirements for equipment and supplies.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• 3 weeks paid PTO which increases with seniority (6 sick days, 11 paid holidays)
• Multiple medical coverage options to fit your needs, along with dental & vision coverage
• 401K match
• FREE entry to ALL our parks and water parks!
• Complimentary tickets for friends and family
• Discounts on food and park merchandise
• Full-time and part-time employee events and gatherings, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED