Landscape Foreman - Commercial Maintenance

20207 84th Avenue South, Kent WA

Description

Foreman - Commercial Landscape Maintenance To apply: visit or our office to apply in person Summary: Responsible for the direction of crew activities on job site, according to pre-established schedules, standards and procedures to provide a high quality of service, as directed by Area Manager. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: -Understand and implement job specifications for each site -Assign daily tasks to crew members and ensure compliance -Perform landscape maintenance tasks including, but not limited to: mowing, edging, blowing, bed grooming, pruning, fertilizing and leaf pick up -Routinely monitor sites for quality and follow up with crews on performance improvements. Communicate continuing concerns to Area Manager -Conduct and oversee execution of minor Enhancement projects performed at the crew level -Complete daily paperwork timely and accurately -Assess equipment operation issues and effectively communicate repair needs to shop personnel -Supervise safe loading and unloading of equipment -Assist Area Manager with initial and on-going training of crews -Assess skill level and work behavior of employees and provide recommendations to Area Manager regarding professional development, performance evaluation and promotional opportunities -Ensure adherence to company policies -Develop and maintain a positive work relationship with Area Manager, peers, and subordinates -Encourage and maintain safe working conditions by promoting Company's "Culture of Safety", including but not limited to reinforcing bi-weekly safety tailgate meetings and ensuring proper personal protective equipment usage Qualifications: Education -At least 3-5 years related work experience Language Skills -Bi-lingual English/Spanish strongly preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations -Valid Driver License with insurable record -Commercial Pesticide Applicators License preferred Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities -Ability to safely operate commercial landscape equipment and tools -Demonstrate proper pruning techniques while taking into account the plant material and season -Understand fertilization basics for both turf and plants -Working knowledge of herbicide applications and relevant practices -Have a general understanding of annuals installation and maintenance -Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and complete them under tight deadlines -Ability to motivate and lead subordinates -Strong commitment to high quality of work and customer service -Ability to read and understand maps for navigation and job planning -Basic understanding of smartphone apps related to work requirements (e.g. work order entry, time entry, communication with Area Manager) Monarch Landscaping WA, LLC is an E-Verify participating employer.