Landscape Supervisor

BIRMINGHAM ZOO INC•Birmingham, AL

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Landscape Supervisor will oversee the processes and procedures necessary to maintain daily and weekly landscape standards across Birmingham Zoo, Inc. (BZI) property. This role directly supervises the Landscape Technicians, seasonal permanent, coordinating and monitoring their work to ensure landscaping practices align with established standards and schedules. The Landscape Supervisor is also responsible for the installation of landscape projects and for maintaining the overall aesthetic quality of the Zoo. Work is evaluated by the management team through visual assessments of results achieved, as well as adherence to budget and time constraints.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required, College degree in Horticulture/Turf preferred.
At least 2 to 5 years’ experience in landscaping or related field required.
Lead or supervisor experience preferred.
Must have an eye for detail and initiative to provide a quality appearance at the Zoo.
Ability to operate landscape equipment, tractors and trailers or the ability to learn.
Working mechanical knowledge and ability to take care of preventative maintenance on equipment.
Must know how to calibrate sprayers and fertilization spreaders.
Must have knowledge of plant, turf and weed identification.
Must have experience working with fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides and fungicides.
Utilizes the following materials: blueprints, calculator, computer, hand tools, power equipment and general office equipment.
Ability to multi-task and coordinate with others to provide deliverables on an agreed upon deadline.
Ability to think critically and demonstrated time-management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information clearly and concisely.
Basic knowledge of the Microsoft suite; experience with online databases a plus.
Strong organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
Must have current negative TB test and provide documentation, or be willing to have a TB test.
Must have a current, valid driver’s license with no major traffic violations within the last three years.
A pre-employment Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check will be conducted, and an annual MVR review is required.

Nice To Haves

Strong interest in advancing the conservation missions of zoos and aquariums.
High self-motivation and a detail-oriented work ethic.
Professional, positive, and enthusiastic demeanor.

Responsibilities

Works with Maintenance Manager in developing present and future landscape plans and projects.
Assigns and directs the work to be accomplished by Landscape crew.
Manages crew duties and works with crew to ensure work is properly achieved.
Reports and coordinates work responsibilities and progress to Maintenance Manager.
Provides essential turf & ornamental expertise for daily work duties and for future landscape plans; diagnoses or resolves ornamental plant health issues.
Performs daily routine landscape work such as, mowing, weed eating, edging, blowing and other duties.
Performs inspections of Zoo grounds and external appearance on a regular basis and takes initiative in providing a quality aesthetic look at the zoo.
Performs preventative maintenance on equipment.
Operates equipment including commercial mowers, blowers, trimmers, edgers, chainsaws, tillers, tractors, and trailers.
Working with the Director of Animal Health, identifies and disposes of toxic plants. Also consults with Director of Animal Health before planting projects to ensure safety to animals.
Serves as a working supervisor. This includes actively working alongside the landscape team in daily operations, performing hands-on landscaping duties, and directing daily work activities while leading by example in the field.
Other duties as assigned.