Landscape Maintenance Foreman

JOB TITLE: Maintenance Foreman

Hourly Step: Step 1 $20.00, Step 2 $21.00, Step 3 $22.00

Benefits: Vacation, Sick Time, 401K, and Medical & Dental (50% split)

The Maintenance Foreman is responsible for managing a landscape maintenance crew of 1-3 members, completing daily scheduled maintenance routes, and ensuring the safety, efficiency, and quality standards of all completed tasks.

JOB DUTIES:

Oversee daily landscape maintenance operations and delegate work to crew members.

Maintain a route schedule and meet service expectations.

Communicate with clients and supervisors to proactively problem solve and troubleshoot.

Thatch, aerate, mow, edge, and fertilize lawns with landscaping equipment.

Weed and mulch landscape beds.

Plant and maintain shrubs, flowers, and trees.

Familiar with industry standards for trimming small trees, hedges, and shrubs.

Operate snow blower for residential and commercial properties.

Inspect and perform daily maintenance on company equipment and vehicles, such as checking fluids, greasing equipment, checking safety equipment and lights as needed. Report damages or necessary repairs immediately to Yard Manager.

Safely operate a company truck and trailer to transport equipment and crew to job sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure the crew utilizes all required personal protective equipment.

Follow directions from supervisor.

Strive to improve job skills and develop the potential for upward mobility.

Encourage team building and work as a collaborator.

Able to work independently or as part of a team.

Always demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills.

Monitor all tools, equipment, and machinery for necessary maintenance.

Maintain a clean and safe job site.

Clean and professional appearance.

Punctual and dependable.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED.

Experience as a crew leader in landscaping or groundskeeping is a plus.

Working knowledge of irrigation systems and troubleshooting, recommended but not required.

Knowledge of pest management and essential lawn maintenance is a plus.

Ability to speak Spanish is a plus.

Valid Oregon Driver’s License and clean driving record.

Able to pass drug test.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works in outdoor environment and exposed to adverse weather conditions.

Must be able to work operation hours.

Able to lift 50 pounds.

Flexible availability during snow removal season.

Able to stand and move around for extended periods.

We are a family-owned business that values work/life balance. We work 4 ten-hour shifts, Monday-Thursday, with Friday-Sunday off.

If you want to join a dynamic, hard-working landscape team email us a cover letter and your resume. Fill out an application online at www.mountainskylandscaping.com or call our office at (541)-389-8474 to set up a time to fill out an application. Office applications by appointment only.