Landscape Foreman

Landscape Softscape & Maintenance ForepersonPiala's Nursery & Garden Shop, Inc. is seeking a Landscape Softscape & Maintenance Foreperson to work with our construction team. We offer a consistent work schedule with paid overtime, the possibility of year-round employment, the possibility of a benefit package (for full-time, year-round) and the potential for performance-based bonuses. Compensation package is based on experience. NO WINTER PLOWING.The ideal candidate is an upbeat, detail-oriented, highly motivated self-starter with a minimum of three years of landscape maintenance or construction experience, that takes pride and ownership of team's work. Must be able to lift heavy materials repeatedly. Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are preferred, but English-only or Spanish-only skills are acceptable.Responsibilities:Read blueprints and lay out jobsitesPerform and supervise landscape construction - Tasks vary and may include (but not limited to): planting, mulching, pruning and maintenanceTrain, motivate and supervise 3-5 landscape laborersTrack material and labor use on a daily basisSafely operate equipment (skid loader, mini-excavator, small engine equipment, trucks, trailers, etc)Perform daily equipment maintenance (check fluids, clean air filters, etc.)Benefits:Minimum of 40 hours per week during season; weekly pay year-round possibleOver-time payPaid HolidaysPTOSimple-IRADirect DepositHealth InsuranceEmployee Discount on all hardgoods, greengoods, labor and landscape projectsLicensure fee reimbursementsPossibility of continuing education opportunitiesRequirements:Must be at least 18 years oldHold a current and valid Driver's LicenseHold a Pesticide Applicator License (3.0 – Turf & Landscape); if one is not currently held, must be willing to obtain and maintain a Pesticide Applicator LicenseA positive attitudeAbility to operate a tractor and/or skid loader to complete job duties; Must have experience operating skid loaders or be able and willing to learnPhysical condition that allows you to meet the demands of daily tasks, including the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.Ability to maintain a professional appearanceAbility to communicate with clients and employees in a professional and concise mannerBasic plant/horticulture care knowledge (knowledge of various pruning techniques is a major plus)Piala's is a family owned and operated nursery, garden shop, and full-service landscape design-build company located in Southeastern Wisconsin. We pride ourselves on our quality plant stock, experienced installation crews, and talented designers.