LANDSCAPE INSTALLATION FOREMAN

Hiring Organization: Summit Landscape Management
Employment type: Full-Time
Job Location: Marne Mi
Application Due Date: June 15, 2023

 

SUMMARY

The Landscape Install Foreman is responsible for completion of landscape and hardscape installation jobs with a high level of quality, safety and efficiency.  The foreman also provides guidance and direction to crew members.

 

COMPANY CORE VALUES

  • Possess and demonstrate a strong Work Ethic
  • Always have Positive Attitude and promote a positive work environment
  • Ensure you and the people around you are providing their best Quality of Work
  • Hold your Team and Self Accountable for the work performed

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Directs the work of crew members on job sites. Promotes the development and training of crew members in company and industry standards.
  • Communicates production goals and plans to crew members. May schedule delivery of materials and equipment.
  • Prepares lawn areas to include grading, spreading topsoil and spreading mulch.
  • Installs plants and trees.
  • Builds retaining walls, patios and edging using pavers, blocks and bricks.
  • Follows company and industry standards for landscape installation.
  • Loads and unloads product and equipment from trucks and trailers manually or using skid steer or other mechanical equipment.
  • Interacts respectfully with clients on-site as needed. Resolves issues or escalates to manager.
  • Flexes work schedule as business demands.
  • Follows all safety and housekeeping protocols.
  • Fills snow removal position during snow season and perform all associated duties.
  • Reports to work on time each day, identifies and suggests job improvements, and strives for quality.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum two years of landscape installation experience, hardscape installation experience preferred
  • Reliable transportation
  • Valid Driver License with clean record. Chauffeurs license is preferred.
  • Ability to read, interpret and instruct others from a landscape design blueprint.
  • Understands financial aspects of each job assignment
  • Supervising / crew management experience preferred.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • While performing the duties of this job, the position is regularly exposed to outdoor environmental conditions including extreme hot and cold conditions.
  • Bending and crawling may be required. Employee should be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted and dig holes according to required plant and tree depth.
  • Employee may be required to walk for long stretches of time.

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