Landscape Maintenance Foreman & Driver- Crew Leader

Landscape Maintenance Foreman & Driver
- Crew Leader- $18-21hr

• Full-time

R&S Landscaping is hiring immediately, with a $300 signing bonus
Paid as follows; $100 after 30 days, $100 after 60 days, $100 after 90 days

R&S Landscaping is a well-established firm specializing in high-end residential design/build and after-care. We are located in Bergen County, NJ and have been in business for over 35 years and are recognized as a leader in our area. We are an innovative, progressive company with a great team of friendly, creative and motivated professionals. Our firm is comprised of a seasoned and diverse group of passionate and dedicated professionals.

Landscape Maintenance Foreman & Driver
- Crew Leader

Production/Management

• Inspect route sheet and work orders daily for any additions, deletions, changes in service, or client requests:
• Prepare, load, and secure all necessary equipment.
• Perform a thorough inspection of truck and trailer prior to leaving the yard:
• Report any issues to Assistant Maintenance Division Manager
• Drive truck and trailer to and from all sites in a safe manner.
• Accurately fill out start and stop times at all sites throughout the day:
• Assign all tasks to crewmen at each individual site to complete jobs within the given time frame:
• Do a final walk-through of each and every property to ensure property is left in a professional and quality condition.
• Fuel all equipment at the end of the day.
• Report customers’ comments and complaints immediately to Assistant Maintenance Division Manager.
• Report all damaged or broken tools, equipment, or customer property to the Assistant Maintenance Division Manager.
• Participate in snow removal in the winter season.
• Speak with customers when on site to determine any of their needs:
• Resolve any issues or concerns
• Make suggestions for additional work
• Ensure customer satisfaction.
• Resolve and/or route any customer complaints and enter into log book.
• Record any comments or questions, as well as site notes and submit to Assistant Maintenance Division Manager at the end of the day.

Employee Performance Management & Development:

• Provide motivation, leadership, coaching, training, supervision & support for crew.
• Provide performance feedback on an on-going basis to crew.

Shop, Vehicle, Materials, Equipment, and Yard Maintenance

• Remove all trash from the truck on a daily basis.
• Bring all designated equipment into shop on for bi-weekly maintenance on specified days.
• Report all equipment problems and issues to Production Manager:
• Assist in keeping the yard clean and organized:

Training and Safety

• Attend all required Education Classes.
• Work with new crew members and other employees to increase their knowledge and abilities on all applicable equipment.
• Adhere to safe driving and equipment operation policies and practices.
• Wear all required protective equipment including, but not limited to gloves, eye glasses, and ear protection.

Other: Responsible for additional tasks as directed by supervisor(s)

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

2+ years in landscaping field

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

Valid driver’s license in good standing

Ability to communicate with clients in English

Ability to motivate and work efficiently with small crews

An excellent attendance and tardiness record.