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    Landscape Foreman - Des Moines, United States - Weller Brothers Landscaping

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    Job Description

    You can work anywhere. So why work at Weller Brothers?

    We believe that we are the best employer in the Midwest. We take care of our people, and that goes beyond boasting "competitive wages and team culture" (although, we certainly provide those things, too)

    Whether you're a new high school grad looking for a career in the construction industry, a landscape architect with years of experience, or — like some of our employees — an adult seeking a totally new career path, we believe that you can be somebody here.

    JOB SUMMARY

    The primary responsibility of the Landscape Foreman is to oversee designated landscape projects. Coordinate and manage team members along with their schedules. This position will perform a variety of outdoor landscape project installations that improve the functional and/or aesthetic value of the property. Many of the projects include softscape and hardscape installation, including pavers, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchens. All Weller Brothers team members are expected to provide excellent client service by assisting clients promptly and courteously, answer questions and provide information as needed. A landscape foreman will perform and ensure all team members are executing all job responsibilities in a safe, timely and efficient manner.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and competency satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job.

    • Place orders for materials needed for projects. Make sure material deliveries are set to arrive as they are needed on the jobsite. For any special order materials, make sure that you have scheduled delivery on a timeline that allows the crew to continue a consistent pace of work.
    • Contact and line up subcontractors for projects. Ensure subcontractors are scheduled to start and finish their portion of the work in sequence with what Weller Brothers is doing on that jobsite to maximize efficiency.
    • Take time to review all plans with team members making sure they are aware of what their assignments are if you are going to be absent from a jobsite.
    • Set daily and weekly goals for all team members on the jobsite.
    • Oversee a crew of 2-3 team members, making sure they are on track and being productive.
    • Responsible for maintaining clean job sites. Record End-of-Day Checklist each day.
    • Maintain a strong work ethic to complete a variety of physical job tasks.
    • Professionally communicate with clients to achieve strong client/company relationships.
    • Operate a variety of outdoor landscape and power equipment, as well as a variety of hand tools.
    • Commit the hours necessary to make sure the job is done to satisfaction; this may include weekends and/or holidays
    • Maintain a clean appearance and conform to the Weller Brothers dress code.
    • Willingness to learn new techniques and installation practices.
    • Assist in maintaining all company equipment.
    • Follow all policies as specified in the Team Member Handbook.
    • Make decisions that are in the best interest of the company.
    • Other duties needed to help drive and fulfill the Weller Brothers Mission.

    REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

    • Strong communication skills.
    • Superior work ethic.
    • Timely input of hours on LMN software to ensure accurate payroll processing.
    • Detail oriented, with considerable attention to order and cleanliness.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks
    • Strong attention to detail
    • Experience installing softscapes, such as edging, mulch, rock, plants, trees and sod.
    • Experience installing hardscapes, such as pavers, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchens.

    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

    • Minimum of one-year experience in industry or related field.
    • Must be 16 years or older
    • High school diploma/GED
    • Valid driver's license and a clean driving record is preferred.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Team members must be able to perform the following tasks during a typical 8+hour day.

    SEDENTARY WORK: Lifting up to 10#; occasionally lifting or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers and small tools. Work essentially involves sitting and is considered sedentary if only a small amount of walking and standing is necessary to carry out duties.

    LIGHT WORK: Lifting up to 20#, frequently lifting of carrying objects up to 10#. Work is classified light if it requires walking or standing to a significant degree (regardless of weight lifted) or involves sitting most of the time with a degree or pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls.

    LIGHT MEDIUM WORK: Lifting up to 30#; frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 20#.

    MEDIUM WORK: Lifting up to 50#; frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 25#.

    LIGHT HEAVY WORK: Lifting up to 80#; frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 45#.

    X HEAVY WORK: Lifting up to 100#; frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 80#.

    POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

    This is a full-time non-exempt position. Specific schedules will be determined based on weather and general needs of the business.

    COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
    • 401K with Company Match Up to 4%
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Cell Phone Reimbursement
    • Company Truck
    • Year Round Employment
    • Ample Overtime During the Summer Work Season
    • Relocation Assistance if Applicable

    Disclaimer: The specific statements shown in each section of this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. The company recognized that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable him/her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

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