Irrigation Foreman

About Us:

At Sunrise Landscape, we are dedicated to creating and maintaining beautiful and functional outdoor spaces. We bring more than 40 years of award-winning expertise to your property in Tampa, Bradenton, Lakeland, Sarasota, St. Petersburg, Wesley Chapel, Ocala, and surrounding areas. And with a staff that includes arborists, certified pest control applicators, horticulturalists and other experts, we’re able to solve every tree, shrub, flower, and grass challenge you have.

Job Overview:

The Irrigation Foreman are an important part of every landscape crew. They are an experienced landscaper and perform digging, grading, planting, tree bracing, mulching, laying sod, clean-up, landscape maintenance, read plans, perform layout, follow OSHA rules, and operate equipment at assigned project sites with knowledge and expertise. The Landscape Crew Leader leads a crew of 3-5 employees and reports to the project Superintendent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead by example.
• Lead a crew to install landscaping per plans and specs on residential and commercial projects.
• Lead a crew to perform the work efficiently and safely.
• Understand and achieve the schedule and production goals.
• Read plans and perform layout of plant materials.
• Perform work thoughtfully so as not to damage the work of other trades (including irrigation).
• Complete and submit all required daily and weekly paperwork (safety sheets, equipment/vehicle inspection forms, time and production sheets, etc).
• Train crew members and hold them to company standards.
• Plan daily with the project superintendent.
• Receive and verify shipments to the jobsite.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and landscaping tools.
• Lay sod.
• Carry plants and other materials.
• Plant trees, shrubs, ground cover, and annuals.
• Mulch and Fertilize.
• Hand water.
• Dig, trench, grade, and move soil.
• Follow all company and all OSHA safety rules.
• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, work boots, etc).
• Arrive to work on-time every day and in the company provided uniform.
• Have a good attitude, work well with others, and follow direction.
• Operate construction equipment including skid steers, excavators, tractors, sod cutters, tillers, augers, trenchers, and loaders.
• Perform other related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of landscape experience.
• Able to read plans and perform layout accurately.
• Able to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• OSHA 10 card holder is a plus but is not required.
• Bilingual Spanish and English a plus but not required.
• Able to stand, kneel, bend, twist, and squat for prolonged periods throughout the day.
• Able to work in all types of weather, including summer heat and sun.
• Able to use hand and power tools for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Able to take direction and work effectively with others.
• Able to work 8 hours per day 5 days per week (overtime and weekend work may be required).

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Based on experience and qualifications.
• Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; and opportunities for professional development.
• Work Environment: A supportive and collaborative team culture with a focus on safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements and a commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Sunrise Landscape is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.