Urban Forestry Foreman

CASEY TREES•Washington, DC

45d•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The UF Foreman (Foreman) is responsible for the proper execution of all planting, plant care and related activities, including managing all field operations and logistics. The Foreman leads by example, managing the Crew Chiefs and Crew in all day-to-day operations. The incumbent supervises field activities, ensures efficient and effective operations, directs staff, maintains vehicles, tools, and equipment, and solves challenges encountered to ensure continual process improvement. This position reports directly to the Field Manager with significant coordination from the Design & Horticulture Manager and coordinates with other arborists, planting crews, and members of other departments.

Requirements

Two (2) years of work experience in horticulture, arboriculture, landscaping, urban forestry, or related field
ISA Certified Arborist credential required upon hire; or within the first year of employment
Basic proficiency with ArcGIS and Salesforce applications
Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional I certification required upon hire; or within the first year of employment
Pesticide applicator license; or within the first year of employment
Department of Transportation Card
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and experience and ability to safely drive work vehicles including a pickup truck and trailer
Experience with tree planting and landscape operations, tree stock type and sizes, selection, nursery operations, ANSI standards essential
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Professional demeanor and the ability to interact and work with a variety of audiences
Ability to work both independently as well as in a team environment
Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
Ability to read and execute scaled landscape plans accurately and with minimal supervision
Ability to manage time between field tasks and office administrative and communication work with inside and outside partners.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of supervisory experience managing field crews of diverse backgrounds and skill levels on garden/landscape installations.
Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional II certification
Basic proficiency with ArcGIS and Salesforce applications
Associate degree in horticulture, landscaping, forestry, urban forestry, or related field
Knowledge of and/or desire to learn about plants native to the mid-Atlantic United States
Demonstrated experience working with and managing volunteers

Responsibilities

Manages, mentors, and oversees Planting Crew and Chiefs including hiring, onboarding, training, and developing subordinate staff
Inspects/evaluates Planting Crew work outputs; provides clear direction and regular feedback to ensure quality outputs are safe, efficient, and effective
Provides ongoing employee feedback and development through daily check-ins, weekly meetings and bi-annual performance reviews for Planting Crew and Chiefs with assistance from the Field Manager
Maintains administrative procedures including scheduling staff and reviewing and approving timesheets
Manages field operations and event implementation for all planting care programs, including loading/unloading plant orders, tools, and materials; dispatching crews; and planting, pruning, watering and other activities
Managing inventories and procurement/delivery of equipment, tools and materials including mulch, stakes, fencing, trunk guards, watering bags, etc.
Manage tree storage yards, including un/loading; basic organization; daily security; weekly inventory; irrigation; protection from desiccation/drought, cold temps/heeling-in; materials storage and seasonal clean-up.
Manage regular vehicle maintenance, including weekly safety inspection, checking tire pressure, monthly vacuuming and washing, seasonal oil changes, annual DMV inspection and registration.
Plan and carry out tree installation projects including community outreach, project management, site consultations, tree species selections, and installation management.
Plan and carry out garden installations, including sourcing plant material, coordinating with Design & Horticulture Manager and Field Manager, coordinating with clients, directing and working with crew on site to prepare and install native plant and rain gardens.
Conduct pre-site assessment of planting designs to create operation strategy
Create plans for Community Tree Planting events including but not limited to staging of check-in tent, opening remarks, tool circle, water rig, and food
Selects, delivers, plants, prunes, inventories, waters, and cares for trees, shrubs, and perennials
Operates trucks, trailers, heavy machinery, hand, and power tools safely and professionally
Consistently demonstrates professionalism, models positive behaviors for subordinates, staff & volunteers
Demonstrates/provides exceptional customer service for internal and external stakeholders
Assists with plant procurement including sourcing, invoicing, delivery, inventory/reconciliation, etc.
Provides logistical support during trainings, classes, workshops, tours, demonstrations, etc.
Collaborates organization-wide as required to execute grants, contracts, programs, and activities
Conducts/reports on pre-planting site visits to assess feasibility and best operational practices/strategies
Keeps the Field Manager informed on field operations, personnel performance, and others daily
Promotes a culture of safety through trainings, briefings, continual staff feedback, etc.
Ensures adherence to organizational policies and procedures including, but not limited to attendance, timeliness, conduct, professionalism, appearance, customer service, etc.
Connects people to trees