Landscaping Foreman

Position: Landscape Foreman

Description:
SouthernEEZ Landscaping is seeking a Landscape Installation/Construction Foreman who will play a crucial role in directing and driving the crew while managing the job site, ensuring project efficiency, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. This position requires a hands-on approach with a strong background in various landscaping and hardscaping tasks. This role involves training and developing crew members on best landscape practices to produce the highest quality product safely and in a timely manner.

Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Work with the Production Manager to plan, direct, and manage the daily activities for landscape, hardscape, and irrigation projects. Work within a team of 2-6 crew members while executing projects, including scheduling and resource allocation, from conception to completion within estimated hours and material cost. Communicating with clients, team members, and Project Managers professionally.
• Jobsite Cleanup: Maintain cleanliness and organization of job sites to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
• Tree Staking and Installation: Assist with the proper staking and installation of trees according to project specifications.
• Bed Prep and Plant Installation: Prepare planting beds and install plants, ensuring proper placement and health.
• Sod Prep and Installation: Prepare areas for sod installation, including grading and soil preparation, and lay sod accurately.
• Truck and Machine Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance on trucks and machinery, ensuring they are in optimal working condition.
• Excavator and Skid Steer Operation: Operate excavators and skid steers for various tasks, including digging, grading, and material handling.
• Hardscape Experience: Experience with the installation of hardscapes such as patios, walkways, retaining walls, and other structures.
• Irrigation Installation and Maintenance: Install and maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of landscapes.
• Grading: Perform grading tasks to prepare sites for planting, sod installation, and hardscaping projects.
• Transit Level Comprehension: Use transit levels to measure and ensure accurate grading and elevation of sites.
• Site Plan Comprehension: Read and interpret site plans to execute projects according to design specifications.
• Mentoring: Train your team for growth, development, and promotion within the company.

Experience:

• Proven experience in landscaping, hardscaping, and project management.
• Proficient in operating and maintaining landscaping machinery and equipment.
• Strong understanding of irrigation systems and installation techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans and project specifications.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and lead by example.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols in a landscaping and construction environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting heavy objects, digging, and operating machinery.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24+

Schedule/Location:

• Monday-Friday (occasional weekends)
• 10-hour shifts
• Our office in Fort Mill, SC

Work Remotely: No

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Benefit Conditions: Only full-time employees eligible

SouthernEEZ provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. When submitting an application and interviewing at SouthernEEZ, you will be asked to verify your citizenship, workpapers and any criminal history, and authorize us to verify your employment, financial and other background information necessary in making a hiring decision. You may be required to take a pre-employment drug test.