Landscape Renovation Production Supervisor

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All positions at David J. Frank Landscape Contracting, Inc. carry the prestige of working with one of the country's premier green industry companies, and the opportunity for personal and professional growth. We help grow careers. Since 1959, our reputation is based on years of service in all aspects of landscape design and maintenance, and the satisfaction of both our clients and employees. Due to continued company growth in our Landscape Maintenance Department (LMD), we are looking for a Landscape Renovation Production Supervisor to report out of our Germantown branch location.

The basic function and objectives for the LMD Production Supervisor position is for the development, implementation, skill growth and engagement of employees and the systems necessary to achieve client satisfaction and the company’s objectives. In this role, the LMD Renovation Production Supervisor manages production personnel to hit budgeted production, quality, and profit objectives, through efficient and effective job planning & organization. The LMD Renovation Production Supervisor coordinates with various departments to ensure quality materials (as determined and specified) are on time for scheduled projects. As the LMD Renovation Production Supervisor, you will need to organize all production crews that are active in delivering landscape services to our clients, and assist in planning, directing, coordinating, and supervising their activities. Ultimately, you will ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards of quality and productivity. This is full-time year-round employment. During the winter we do snow removal, training and complete projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required minimum of two-year degree from an accredited college/university in Horticulture or related field or commensurate experience (four-year degree is preferred).
• Required minimum of five years of field experience working with and installing landscape materials and hardscape.
• Required minimum of five years of experience scheduling, planning, and managing landscape crews. 
• Possess and maintain valid Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator License (Category 3.0) and comply with relevant pesticide laws and regulations required.
• Possess and maintain valid, regular driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle report (MVR).
• Extremely strong communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Professional constructive attitude with desire and commitment to being responsible for and supervising employees.
• Ability to learn and implement industry trends and technology.
• Strong knowledge of horticulture and hardscape installation including plantings and care of landscape ornamental plants.
• Ability to plan and organize.
• Knowledge of specific trucks, tractors, equipment and implements including proper loading, tie down, and trailering procedures.
• Ability to work independently as well as with groups of people such as clients, employees, and management.
• Effective work ethic as it pertains to honesty, reliability and respect.
• Strong commitment towards safety and the Company’s policies regarding safety.
• Computer experience in Microsoft Office and landscape enterprise system is very helpful.
• Bilingual - Proficient/Fluent in English and Spanish is preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop the team, review career goals as well as assist in recruiting, interviewing and being involved in the selection process when there is growth or turnover.
• Direct activities on the job site, they include but are not limited to layout of material, coordinating workflow, hands on work, and operating a variety of machinery.
• Communicate production goals (and other items) with crew members, supervisors, and clients.
• Train and promote the development of subordinates in the best practices of installation and company standards while ensuring that each crew member is trained appropriately for each designated job assignment.
• Performs necessary administrative functions pertaining to crew management.
• Track and record all job expenses, including but not exclusively materials and hours worked.
• Monitor all tools, equipment and machinery for needed maintenance.
• Interacts with clientele to help ensure job satisfaction.
• Project and job planning/scheduling to include ensuring materials are ordered, reserved, and delivered in time to meet project schedule.
• Maintains communication and coordination with Client Service Representative (CSRs) until project close out.
• Assist the Sales Department and production crews on any problem areas of engineering, feasibility and difficulty of site.
• Daily review of crew schedules and projects.
• Always promote and ensure safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Participate in winter snow removal efforts during winter season (on call from November through April).
• Perform and complete other duties as assigned.

COMPENSATION:

• Compensation for this position is based on experience.
• Weekly pay.

BENEFITS:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Profit Sharing
• Basic Life and voluntary Life Insurance
• Paid training
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Annual Uniform Allowance

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David J. Frank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.