Maintenance Foreman

Monarch Landscape Companies•Antioch, CA

1d•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

TERRACARE ASSOCIATES Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in eight states across the United States. We are a values-based learning organization committed to being the best place to work as a landscape professional. Our approach to investing in people is simple. We put the Field First! Terracare is currently looking for Maintenance Foreman to join our remarkable team. If thats you, apply for a position at one of the fastest growing outdoor maintenance companies in the country. JOB SUMMARY: Work Responsible for crew training, retention, and the direction of crew activities on job sites. Provides effective leadership supporting high employee morale and quality service for every client. This position supervises a crew of two to six employees, which includes assigning and directing daily tasks, but does not have direct managerial responsibility. Facilitates conflict resolution between crew members.

Requirements

At least 3-5 years of commercial landscape experience required
Valid driver license issued by the state where employed
Pesticide License issued by the state where employed or ability to obtain within one year
Ability to safely operate commercial landscape equipment and tools
Demonstrate proper pruning techniques while taking into account the plant material and season
Understand fertilization basics for both turf and plants
Working knowledge of herbicide applications and relevant practices
Have a general understanding of annuals installation and maintenance
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and complete them under tight deadlines
Ability to motivate and lead subordinates
Strong commitment to high quality of work and customer service
Ability to read and understand maps for navigation and job planning
Basic understanding of smartphone apps related to work requirements (e.g. work order entry, time entry, communication with Area Manager)
Ability to communicate in English / Spanish
Ability to communicate effectively with crew members and Area Manager
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Frequently required to drive a truck/trailer combination with 2-3 passengers
Constantly required to talk, hear, see, sit, stand and walk
Must be able to see at close vision, distant vision, peripherally, have depth perception and have the ability to adjust focus
Frequent use of hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls
Frequently required to reach, bend, twist, stoop, crouch, climb and balance on surfaces that may be narrow and/or slippery
Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Frequently works with mechanical objects and outside in all weather conditions
Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals
Frequently exposed to loud noise levels

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual English/Spanish strongly preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Understand and Implement job specifications for each site
Assign daily tasks to crew members and ensure compliance
Perform landscape maintenance tasks including, but not limited to mowing , edging, blowing, bed grooming, pruning, fertilizing and leaf pick up.
Successfully execute seasonal operations calendar
Routinely monitor sites for quality and follow up with crews on performance improvements.
Communicate continuing concerns to area manager
Conduct and oversee execution of minor Enhancement projects performed at the crew level
Complete daily paperwork timely and accurately
Assess equipment operation issues and effectively communicate repair needs to shop personnel
Supervise safe loading and unloading of equipment
Assist Area Manager with initial and on-going training of crews, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of landscape maintenance tasks that leads to excellent performance and opportunities for Gardener/Sr. Gardener promotion
Assess skill level and work behavior of employees and provide recommendations to Area Manager regarding professional development, performance evaluation and promotional opportunities
Ensure adherence to company policies
Develop and maintain a positive work relationship with Area Manager, peers, and subordinates
Perform minor irrigation repairs and maintenance, including setting and adjusting clocks and controllers
Encourage and maintain safe working conditions by promoting Companys Culture of Safety, including but not limited to reinforcing bi-weekly safety tailgate meetings and ensuring proper personal protective equipment usage
Perform minor in-field maintenance and repairs of equipment
Communicate when budgeted hours are not aligned with actual hours required to perform work
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

The opportunity to enroll in a variety of healthcare benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision plan options; flexible spending accounts; retirement savings plans; term life/ad&d; and a number of supplemental insurances
Company Provided Life/AD&D
Employee Assistance Program
7 Paid Holidays
3 Days Paid Bereavement
5 Days Paid Jury Duty
Employee Equity Program
Paid Time Off Starting at 1 week per year
Sick Pay in accordance with applicable state or local ordinance
On-Demand Pay Through A Partnership with DailyPay
Referral Bonuses Programs
Gym Membership and Mobile Carrier Discounts
Education Assistance
Best-in-Class Learning Management System
Career Advancement Opportunities