Job Description
Grounds Maintenance Foreman
Reports to: Grounds Maintenance Supervisor
Summary:
The Grounds Maintenance Foreman is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks in order to manage the timely completion of grounds maintenance service contracts. The grounds maintenance foreman will be required to supervise a crew of laborers and operate a variety of tools and equipment to conduct specified job tasks, as well provide daily progress reporting on job time and cost data.
Core Capabilities:
- Customer and quality focus
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Teamwork
- Excellent problem-solving abilities
- Responsibility and dependability
- Ethics and integrity
Job Duties:
- Plan and manage the loading/unloading of trucks and trailers in the AM and PM including all daily labor, equipment and materials required to complete daily objectives
- Responsible for maintaining grass, and keeping grounds clear of refuse in addition to performing other lawn care duties as presented
- Move and install mulch during early season
- Operate power equipment including, but not limited to; lawn mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, sod cutters, chain saws, and snow blowers
- Manage the work of crew members to ensure proper safety, quality, and productivity
- Inspect all work for quality to eliminate the need for return visits and/or re-work due to quality or customer satisfaction issues
- Train crew members on proper and safe job methods
- Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment
- Assist with shop and yard maintenance, vehicle, and equipment maintenance
- Complete and submit all required paperwork including; daily time and service record forms, equipment daily inspection forms, etc,
- Maintain and enforce standards of cleanliness and organization in assigned trucks, trailers, equipment, jobsites, and shop/yard areas
- Ensure that all work activities are conducted in a safe and efficient manner, and that all crew members are following government and company PPE standards
- Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner
- Perform and assist with snow removal operations when in season
Requirements:
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in the landscape/grounds maintenance industry
- Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
- Effective communication skills – must be able to conduct verbal instructions, read labels and signs, complete daily reports to office and/or customers
- Time management skills
- Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices
- Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
- Ability to walk, stand for extended periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasks
- Able to provide and use smartphone with data plan
- Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
Work Conditions:
- Will be working with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, and materials
- Occasional lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. during a work shift
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Requires good manual dexterity
- Excellent stamina is required
- Be in and around heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis
- Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold
- Flexible working hours including occasional weekend work and holidays (mainly in Winter)
Compensation and Benefits:
- Full-time year-round employment
- Paid vacation (after 1 year)
- Earned PTO
- Uniform assistance
- Additional pay for snow removal
- Simple IRA (after 90 days)
- No scheduled weekends
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $21 - $25 Annual
Bonus/Commission: Yes
Job Tags
Full time, Casual work, Work at office, Flexible hours, Shift work