Commercial Maintenance Foreman

Ready to lead a team that defines Portland's outdoor spaces? Dennis' 7 Dees is searching for an exceptional Commercial Maintenance Foreman with a meticulous eye for detail and proven leadership skills to join our premier landscaping team. As Foreman, you'll manage daily operations, lead your crew with precision, and ensure every property in your care exceeds client expectations. Your ability to manage complex schedules, prioritize tasks, and catch even the smallest details won't go unnoticed. You'll be the vital connection between clients, management, and your team, all while upholding our culture of quality and safety. If you take pride in immaculate landscapes and developing team members to their full potential, we offer a rewarding career where your expertise truly matters and your leadership makes a visible difference across Portland's most prestigious commercial properties.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead and supervise a crew in maintaining and enhancing commercial landscapes through mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, and applying horticultural products safely and efficiently
• Implement effective time management by accurately tracking crew hours and productivity metrics
• Build relationships through professional communication with clients, Field Supervisors, and Account Managers
• Expertly operate professional-grade equipment including backpack blowers, commercial mowers, string trimmers, pruning tools, and spray equipment
• Safely navigate a truck and trailer between multiple job sites, including in congested urban environments
• Identify landscape issues and recommend appropriate solutions to clients and management
• Ensure crew compliance with all safety protocols and company standards

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' professional landscape maintenance experience with demonstrated leadership ability
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective client and team interactions
• Proficiency with digital time-tracking systems, landscape management software, and smartphone applications
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening
• Ability to pass advanced background checks required for access to secure commercial properties
• Resilience to work outdoors in all seasonal weather conditions
• Physical capability to perform landscape tasks including pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, twisting, climbing, squatting, and frequently lifting up to 75 pounds

Benefits & Pay Range

• Starting wage is $24-25 per hour, dependent upon experience
• Weekly paychecks
• Comprehensive and affordable health insurance: medical, dental, vision, mental health, and alternative medicine
• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
• 401k with generous company match
• 40% employee discount on all plants and retail merchandise
• Partner discounts and employee store passes at companies like Danner, Carhartt, Adidas, and Columbia.
• Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the company

Work Schedule and Environment

• Four 10-hour workdays with a crew of up to 7 team members (overtime available during peak seasons)
• Workdays are Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday, starting between 6:00 and 7:00 am depending on the season.
• This position is based at our office and landscaping headquarters in SE Portland.

About Us

Dennis’ 7 Dees is a family-owned and operated business with deep roots in the Portland area. Along with our retail gardening stores, we provide residential and commercial landscaping services throughout Oregon and southwest Washington.