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Landscape Construction Foreman

Onyx Corporation
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Landscape Construction Foreman

Job description:

LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION FOREMAN:

We are a growing Landscape Construction & Excavation Company located in Acton, MA seeking a motivated individual with experience as a Landscape Construction Foreman. This is a full time (with paid overtime) position . Job applicants should meet the following criteria:

EXPERIENCE:

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience leading a team in the following: Site work (Excavation, Grading, Drainage & Utilities) Hardscape (Walls, Walkways, Steps, Terraces, Fireplaces, Outdoor Kitchens, Water features, Driveways, etc.), Landscape (Planting, Lawn Installation, Low-voltage Landscape Lighting, some knowledge of Irrigation a plus.) Must be able to ID plant species and varieties. Foreman’s abilities should include proficiency in machine operation (skid steer and mini-excavator, larger machinery a plus).

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Site work preparation to include, excavation, grading, drainage, and utilities installation
  • Hardscape construction to include, walls, walkways, steps, terraces, fireplaces, outdoor kitchens, water features, driveways, etc.
  • Landscape installation to include, planting, lawn installation, low-voltage landscape lighting, and irrigation systems

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Thorough understanding of plant species identification and knowledge of plant varieties
  • Thorough understanding of machine operation, to include skid steer, mini-excavator, and larger machinery
  • Have strong leadership skills
  • Able to communicate effectively with sub-contractors, clients, architects, and management.
  • Organizational skills are also required, as the foreman is responsible for filling out and keeping track of daily foreman logs, job sheets, and timecards.
  • Ability to keep crews on task and manage production, while still maintaining a high level of quality work is essential.

Education and Experience/Licenses:

  • High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of experience
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Hoisting License 2A/1C
  • DOT Certificate (acquired within one month after date of hire)
  • Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to physically operate landscape machines and equipment.
  • Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and stand.
  • Must be able to work in all types of weather, including extremely hot and extremely cold temperatures.
  • Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

 

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

 

Ability to Commute:

 

  • Acton, MA 01720 (Preferred)

 

Ability to Relocate:

 

  • Acton, MA 01720: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

 

Work Location: In person