What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lawn Care Foreman position at River City Lawnscape Inc.?
Classification: Full-time, Seasonal
Company: River City Lawnscape, Inc.
Location: W8123 Old CTH NA, Holmen, WI
Reports To: Landscape Maintenance Project Manager (Mow, LC, IRR)
COMPANY OVERVIEW
River City Lawnscape Inc., established in 1983, is an award winning landscape design/build and full service landscape management company in La Crosse, WI and Rochester, MN. The spectrum of services includes landscaping, irrigation, mowing, lawn fertilization, landscape maintenance, outdoor and holiday lighting, snow removal and retail sales. River City Lawnscape Inc. is dedicated to providing quality, year-round service for those who desire the best for their property and is committed to building trust with our customers and in the community. Our passion is to provide opportunities while leading the way.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Lawn Care Foreman is an integral part of our Maintenance team. This position works independently to process work orders. The quality and customer satisfaction for each service location will be the responsibility of the Lawn Care Foreman. Daily equipment maintenance must be completed. This position will support other seasonal services as necessary. This is a full-time, seasonal position.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & SKILLS
- Thoroughly understand all aspects of lawn care as outlined in company standard operating procedures
- Able to operate equipment: trucks, backpack sprayers, hose reels, motorized spreaders, etc.
- Safe handling, including proper mixing and transporting, of materials
- First Aid procedures in case of an accident or spillage
- Properly diagnosing insect and disease issues
- Able to perform all daily preventative maintenance on company equipment
- Follow all instructions given by the Supervisor
- Prepare vehicles and equipment for the day’s work
- Be punctual, committed, and motivated to succeed
- Demonstrate customer service and professionalism, communicating effectively with customers and co-workers
- Perform general equipment maintenance
- Ability to use landscape software as needed to perform tasks
- Be self sufficient and work effectively with little supervision
- Complete assigned tasks efficiently, thoroughly, and per company production rates
- Dependability
- Duties, responsibilities and activities subject to change at any time with or without notice to accommodate seasonal and peak business demands
- Responsible for snow removal
EDUCATION & REQUIREMENTS
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred
- Possess a valid driver’s license and must be insurable on company’s insurance policy
- Be currently licensed or able to obtain commercial pesticide applicators license in Turf and Ornamental and Structural Insect Management (SIM)
- Safely operate equipment
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Must be able to lift/carry 50 lbs. on a regular and consistent basis, move about the work site
- Exposed to exterior elements (i.e. pollen, chemicals, cold and heat, etc.)
- Requires extended periods of activity; walking, standing, kneeling, bending and lifting
- Typical work week requires 40-50 hours
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Wages start at $20.25/hour
- Overtime pay at time and a half
- Opportunity for wage increase after 60 days
- Recognition programs
- Opportunities for advancement
- Vacation pay
- Benefits including health, dental, vision, life and accident insurance available after 60 days, Simple IRA after 1 year
- Company issued uniforms
EXPECTATIONS (our core values)
- Be passionate
- Exceed expectations
- Find a way
- Be unselfish
River City Lawnscape, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Updated Nov 2024
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