Residential Landscape Maintenance Foreman

*About us* Bright Grove Landscaping is a small business in Knoxville, TN.
We are customer-centric, professional, rewarding and our goal is to find people who are passionate about landscaping, design, and customer service.
We hire individuals that are eager to learn and grow in their field and see this as a career and not simply a job.
We are growing every single day at Bright Grove.
From signing desirable commercial accounts, onboarding entire new crews, and investing in more trucks and machinery, our aim is to become the powerhouse landscape vendor in Knoxville and surrounding areas and to continue to build out the best landscaping team in our area.
Joining Bright Grove means working with state-of-the-art equipment to create high-quality landscapes, all while working with a great team.
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Our work environment includes: * Modern office setting * Food provided * Growth opportunities * On-the-job training * Safe work environment * Lively atmosphere * Regular social events * Relaxed atmosphere ```Job Summary``` The Maintenance Foreman/Crew Leader must be thoroughly familiar with all aspects of Landscape Maintenance to include: cleanups, mowing, mulching, pruning, trimming, edging, weed whacking, bed maintenance, fertilizing, etc.
; operating all equipment, ordering correct materials; and interfacing with customers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Requires minimal supervision and performs all functions in a safe manner and while directing a crew of two to four employees.
The Maintenance Foreman/Crew Leader must also attend to and complete all paperwork and administrative requirements related to the job while creating and maintaining a professional job atmosphere.
```Responsibilities``` A.
Has a minimum of two years of experience in landscape maintenance.
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Thoroughly understands all aspects of landscape maintenance as outlined above.
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Able to operate company truck and all maintenance equipment safely and effectively.
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Able to perform all daily preventative maintenance (PM) on company equipment.
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Able to order materials.
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Has the leadership capability and demeanor to effectively manage and direct a crew of two to four people.
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Meets or exceeds company production standards for landscape maintenance.
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Ensures that jobs are kept on schedule and on budget.
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Ensures that all safety procedures are followed and reports any unsafe conditions to supervisors.
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Ensures all workers’ compensation insurance claims are properly documented and reported immediately.
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Ensures all accidents are properly documented and reported immediately.
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Looks for extras and converts them into change orders when appropriate.
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Ensures all change orders are processed correctly.
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Interfaces with subcontractors to ensure timely and accurate completion of their phase of projects.
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Interfaces with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of job materials.
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Ensures that company production standards are met.
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Always maintain a clean crew truck.
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Able to fill out and process all necessary job paperwork, purchase orders, and time sheets, etc.
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Able to interact with clients in a professional and competent manner.
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Able to train crew as a team and maintain a high level of morale.
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Ensures that job cost reports are properly analyzed.
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Thoroughly understands and complies with company policies, procedures, and SOPs.
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Able to work with minimal supervision from Maintenance Manager/Supervisor but knows when to ask for assistance.
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Is certified in CPR and First Aid.
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Continuing education requirement: minimum of 10 hours per year.
```Qualifications``` The Maintenance Foreman/Crew Leader, who is a WORKING FOREMAN, must possess the following skill set and educational background: A.
Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
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Possess a valid driver’s license and must be insurable on company’s insurance policy.
C.
Have a clean criminal record.
D.
Legal documentation to verify employment eligibility.
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Physically able to handle the workload of a Maintenance Leadman and/or Laborer.
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Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body.
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Able to lift 50 pounds without assistance.
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Bilingual in Spanish and English in oral and written forms.
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Is a certified irrigation technician (CIT).
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Able to interact with customers in a professional and courteous manner daily.
```Success Factors``` A.
Is a high-energy, self-motivated WORKING FOREMAN capable of supervising two to four crew members.
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Is organized in all areas (personal office space, field operations, crew truck, job sites, etc.
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Leads by example.
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Presents himself or herself in a professional manner.
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Initiates action when needed.
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Anticipates problems and plans ahead for needed materials, equipment, and assistance.
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Requires minimal supervision.
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Informs Maintenance Manager/Supervisor when assistance is needed.
```The Hidden Job Description``` A.
What should this person enjoy doing to be successful in this job? (1) Creating wealth for the company and value for clients.
(2) Coaching and training a team of two to four individuals.
(3) Working with an internal company team.
(4) Creating order out of chaos.
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What personal qualities are necessary for this job? (1) Positive outlook and disposition.
(2) Enjoys challenges and problem solving.
(3) Leads by example.
(4) Consistent behavior.
If you have a passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces and have the necessary skills in lawn care and landscaping, we encourage you to apply for the position of Lawn Care Specialist.
Join our team today! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.
50 - $24.
00 per hour Expected hours: 35 – 55 per week Benefits: * Paid time off * Professional development assistance Schedule: * Day shift * Monday to Friday * No nights * Overtime * Weekends as needed Supplemental pay types: * Bonus opportunities * Commission pay People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Experience: * Landscaping: 2 years (Required) * Mowing: 2 years (Required) * Irrigation: 1 year (Preferred) Language: * Spanish (Required) License/Certification: * Driver's License (Required) Ability to Commute: * Knoxville, TN (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Knoxville, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person