Landscaping Foreman

The Landscape Foreman is responsible for supervising a seasonal lawn care crew and ensuring that edging/mulching, lawn cutting, shrub trimming and grounds maintenance are completed in accordance with contract specifications and in accordance with policies and procedures. Looking for candidates with at least 2 years crew leader experience.

Essential Functions

• Supervise seasonal lawn care crew
• Operating push, walk behind and riding mowers in a safe fashion
• Use of edging machine to outline turf areas
• Safe operation of gas powered string trimmer
• Trim shrubbery using hand operated saw and manual cutters
• Clean work area using a broom or forced air blower
• Use of a rake and/or blower to collect leaves into piles
• Snow removal and hand shoveling
• Hires and supervises seasonal staff in accordance with company procedures
• Completes required paperwork and submits to the corporate office or customer on a timely basis

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma, or equivalent degree
• Basic lawn care knowledge
• Ability to safely operate power equipment
• Ability to safely operate transportation of trailer

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time
• Frequent bending and reaching
• Ability to lift at least 35 pounds several times per day
• Working on a ladder at heights ranging from 2’ to 15’