Landscape Foreman

LawnCare Plus, Inc. currently has an open Foreman position on our Landscape team. Primary duties include planning and executing a variety of landscape projects for both residential and commercial properties including: installation of retaining walls and concrete paver formations such as patios, firepits, and seat walls, grading activity to manage water flow including finish seeding/sodding, installation of landscape plantings, and general site clean-up.

The optimal candidate will have experience in planning and leading a Landscape labor crew in execution of the above mentioned landscape projects to completion on-time and to quality standards. A strong understanding of horticulture best practices and the ability to operate a variety of landscape equipment - skid steer, excavator, plate compactor, etc. is needed.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Project Planning Strategy and Development - Includes client interaction to assess needs and develop the project plan, estimate material needs, establish project timelines, and create the work schedule to complete.
• Crew Supervision - Assign tasks to crew members, provide on-the job training as necessary, and monitor staff performance.
• Client Communication- Consultation with clients to assess landscaping needs and address questions and concerns. Facilitate communication on-site during project completion to ensure overall satisfaction is met.
• Physical work - Hands-on execution of landscape tasks - installation of hardscape materials (concrete pavers, stone, mulch, etc.), planting of trees and shrubs. Must be able to lift 50 lbs., and work both independently as well as within a team.
• Equipment Operation- Operate and maintain landscape equipment - skid steer, dump truck / trailer, excavator, landscape hand power equipment, etc.
• Quality & Safety- Ensure high quality industry standards are met during project work and completion. Ensure crew members follow proper safety procedures.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Communication Skills- Clear and concise communication with clients, crew members, and leadership.
• Leadership Skills- Ability to lead projects, motivate staff, and manage our landscape team effectively.
• Horticultural Knowledge- Thorough understanding of plant types, thoughtful install recommendations for particular environments, proper care practices.
• Technical Skills- Experience operating landscaping equipment. Valid WI Drivers License and a clean driving record without major violations or incidents.
• Physical Stamina- Ability to perform physical demanding landscape tasks outdoors in potentially adverse weather conditions.
• Attention to Detail- Maintain high standards of quality in all aspects of landscaping.

Pay level based on relevant experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Black Earth, WI 53515 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Black Earth, WI 53515: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $40