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Landscape Foreman

Classification: Nonexempt

Salary Grade/Level/Family/Range: Staff

Reports to: Landscape Designer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective 

The Landscape Foreman is responsible for installation and management of landscape and hardscape projects. The foreman is responsible for completing landscape and hardscape installations with great precision and business minded efficiency. 

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supervises and manages landscape crew
• Ensures that each crew member is trained appropriately for each designated job assignment 
• Participates in and conducts all job site safety briefings with crew members 
• Ensures that all crew members utilize all required personal protective equipment 
• Understands and instructs crew members on proper job site security procedures 
• Ensures that all installation work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards 
• Ensures that all equipment safety and maintenance procedures are followed 
• Performs administrative functions pertaining to crew management 
• Interacts with clientele in order to help ensure job satisfaction 
• Understands financial aspects of each job assignment 
• Follows directions from supervisor 
• Participates in all safety training sessions offered, asks questions, and improves job safety skills 
• Track and record all job expenses and hours worked accurately 
• Trains crew members the development in the best practices of installation in company standards 
• Direct activities on the job site, they include but are not limited to: coordinating work flow, hands on work, and operating a variety of machinery 
• Communicating production goals (and other items) with crew members, supervisors, and clients 
• Train and promote the development of subordinates in the best practices of installation and company standards 
• Monitor all tools, equipment and machinery for needed maintenance 
• Maintain a clean and safe job site at all times 

Competencies

1. Time Management.
2. Project Management.
3. Initiative.
4. Communication.

Supervisory Responsibility

The Landscape Foreman will supervise 1-8 Landscape Technicians. She/he is responsible for the below. 

1. Delegating tasks.
2. Ensuring all company safety guidelines and regulations are followed. 
3. Reporting daily progress to supervisor/designer. 
4. Communicating job site needs. 
5. Assisting with proper installation.
6. Identifying aspects of design that may affect irrigation, gas lines, building foundations, drainage, etc.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have full range of mobility in upper and lower body; be able to reach overhead; be able to work in various positions, including stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time; be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks; and be able to frequently lift 50 pounds of weight throughout the assigned workday.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Schedule fluctuates Monday through Saturday. Occasional overtime may be required.

Travel

Travel for this position is rare. The maximum amount of expected travel is 10% annually. 

Required Education and Experience 

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Valid driver license in good standing 5 Years landscape experience

Preferred Education and Experience

5-10 years landscape industry preferred. 

Associates or Bachelor degree in landscape design, horticulture or related field of study. 

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)

U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident. The Company does provide sponsorship. 

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of The Company to ensure equal employment opportunity in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code 125.111 and all applicable federal regulations and guidelines. Discrimination against employees and applicants due to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law, is illegal.  

Employees or applicants who believe that The Company has discriminated against them should report it immediately to The Company President. It is important to note that employees and applicants may raise such concerns without fear of reprisal or retaliation.

All employees will comply with state and federal equal employment laws, rules, regulations and guidelines. Any employee that deliberately violates this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.