Landscape Construction Lead

Location:

Oakland, CA

Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm

• Health insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• FSA & Dependent Care plan
• Audiobook reimbursement
• Paid vacation

$28 - $31/hr

Full time

Farmscape designs, installs, and maintains food-focused landscapes that are beautiful, productive, and made for outdoor living across Los Angeles & the Bay Area.

Farmscape is committed to creating fair wage jobs with benefits including health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer matching, FSA & dependent care plan and paid vacation.

• Work with the Foreman and crew on residential and commercial landscape construction and installation projects
• Do hands-on work including hardscape, carpentry, planting, grading, drainage, and irrigation
• Lead crew members and help keep the work moving safely and on time
• Use landscape plans, construction drawings, measurements, and grades with help from the Foreman
• Install, repair, and fix problems with irrigation systems
• Make lists of parts and materials needed for irrigation and construction work
• Use landscape construction tools and equipment safely
• Train and show crew members how to do landscape installation work safely and correctly
• Help lead the crew when the Foreman is not available
• Keep the jobsite, tools, equipment, and vehicles clean, organized, and safe
• Communicate clearly with the Foreman, crew members, and clients
• Follow safety rules and help make sure the crew works safely
• Drive between project sites and supply vendors (valid driver's license required)

• 3+ years of experience in landscape construction or landscape installation
• Experience leading or helping lead a landscape construction crew
• Experience with irrigation, grading, drainage, hardscape, carpentry, and planting
• Able to use landscape plans, measurements, and grades with direction from the Foreman
• Experience using construction tools and equipment safely
• Able to calculate basic grades and use a laser level
• Able to work well with a crew and communicate clearly with coworkers and clients
• Follows safety rules and takes pride in doing quality work
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance

• Ability to lift 75lbs
• Ability to perform manual work, lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in various weather conditions

Farmscape complies with the San Francisco, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). We will not inquire about or consider your criminal history until after a conditional offer has been extended. If a background check reveals a conviction that we believe may be directly related to the duties of this position, we will:

• Provide a written individualized assessment,
• Include a copy of the background check, and
• Give you at least five (5) business days to respond with relevant information or documentation.

A past conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment. We review each case individually and consider time passed, relevance to job duties, and any evidence of rehabilitation.

Farmscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected category.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact em