Landscape Foreman

Title : Landscape Foreman - Managing and Overseeing Landscaping Projects in St. Louis

Responsibilities :

• Supervise and lead a team to ensure efficient completion of landscaping projects in St. Louis, MO
• Implement a range of landscaping techniques, including edging, mowing, trimming, and operating chainsaws and blowers
• Maintain accurate records of materials needed for each project
• Perform maintenance and repairs on landscaping tools and equipment
• Enforce safety measures to promote a secure work environment

Preferred :

• Proficiency in landscape design and the ability to interpret and analyze documents
• Proficiency in landscape design and document interpretation skills

Requirements :

• Demonstrated experience in successfully executing landscaping projects
• Strong leadership abilities and effective team management skills
• Proficient in the use of landscaping practices and equipment
• Meticulous attention to detail and precision in documenting materials
• Knowledge of landscaping tool maintenance and repair
• Familiarity with safety protocols and the ability to enforce them

Compensation : $19 - $21 hourly

$19 - $21 hourly

Responsibilities :

• Lead and oversee a team of crew members to ensure efficient completion of landscaping projects in St. Louis, MO
• Provide on-the-job training to crew members regarding safety, equipment usage, and working techniques
• Collaborate with salespersons and designers to review job requirements and client preferences, and assist in plant layout
• Perform various landscaping tasks such as tree and shrub installation, flower planting, weeding, irrigation, leaf removal, mulching, trimming, pruning, lawn aeration, grass seeding, and litter removal
• Fill out daily paperwork and accurately record time and materials used
• Meet with the project manager before starting each job to discuss project details
• Assist other departments as needed, including snow removal, plant maintenance, and shop tasks
• Maintain and upkeep the assigned vehicle
• Pick up necessary materials for the projects
• Read and interpret landscape designs to aid in project layout

Qualifications :

• 2-3 years of experience in landscaping
• You will need a valid Class E Driver’s License
• Good driving record
• Plant knowledge is a plus
• Please have a working knowledge of tools, materials, and practices for grounds maintenance
• Knowledge and skill in operating automotive vehicles and heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions over the radio, telephone, and in the office talking to the salesperson
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Positive, attitude, and extremely hardworking
• Work well with other team members
• You must have good attendance and be a reliable person
• Work outdoors, in extreme temperatures, and in adverse weather
• Ability to frequently move and or lift up to fifty pounds and carry it to a reasonable distance
• Knowledge of tools and equipment
• Assist with the upkeep of vehicles

About Company

We are a company in business for over 30 years in the St. Louis area. We are a full-service landscape company with services including plant installation, bed maintenance, mowing, stone and hardscape installation, irrigation and drainage, landscape lighting, lawn applications, and seasonal leaf removal.

Visit our website at www.horstmannbrothers.com to view our work.

Horstmann Brothers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.