What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hardscape/Landscape Foreman position at Foxscapes?
Hardscape/Landscape Forman serves to provide the highest quality service while creating a personal connection with clients and their teams. Job activities can range from landscape installs and maintenance, tree care and hardscaping. Landscape Formans are to bring a positive attitude to work daily and have a passion for creating beauty on our client’s sites.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage 2-3 employees and give direction on-site
- Operate heavier equipment
- Operate a truck and trailer to carry equipment to and from job sites
- Install paver patios, retaining walls, and fire and water features
- Remove weeds and dead plants; prune overgrown limbs and leaves occasionally
- Are able to take instruction from a manager and constructive criticism when necessary and apply knowledge
- Maintain the existing landscaping design and ensure plant survival
- Install new flowers, bushes, plants, and decorative shrubs
- Remove tree limbs, overgrowth, and other hazards when necessary
- Oversee and notify managers of required or possible maintenance repairs to equipment
- Be personable, able to talk with customers if approached and be willing to help if needed.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- High school degree or equivalent educational experience
- 3 years of experience in hardscaping/landscaping
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must have a clean driving record
- Able to work independently
- Able to work well with others
- Must have experience using heavy equipment, landscape design, and horticulture practices.
- Able to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 40 pounds
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Landscape Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: One location