Maintenance Foreman

Company Overview

EMI, or Environmental Management Inc. has been operating for over thirty years and is one of the largest landscape companies in Central Ohio. The company values employees and is committed to maintaining an optimal work environment that encourages personal growth and goal achievement.

The Maintenance Foreperson is responsible for the complete care and upkeep of a premier commercial landscape site. This hands‑on role requires exceptional attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. The Foreperson assists in the performance of all daily landscape maintenance tasks with or without the support of additional crew members, ensuring the property is maintained to the highest standards of safety, aesthetics, and professionalism.

• Assist in the performance of all daily landscape maintenance tasks including mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, weeding, seasonal clean‑ups, and debris removal, with or without additional crew support.
• Monitor plant health and turf conditions, reporting any concerns promptly.
• Apply mulch, fertilizers, and other treatments as directed.
• Perform minor irrigation checks and adjustments; report major issues to irrigation technicians.

• Serve as the primary on‑site presence for the client and represent the company with professionalism.
• Conduct self-guided property walks to identify improvement needs or potential concerns.
• Communicate with the Account Manager regarding site needs, weather delays, or enhancement opportunities.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, detail, and presentation appropriate for a high‑end client.

• Operate and maintain landscape maintenance equipment (mowers, blowers, trimmers, etc.).
• Conduct daily pre‑checks and ensure equipment is clean, safe, and functioning properly.
• Follow all safety procedures and report any hazards or incidents immediately.

• Track work completed and materials used.
• Report time, issues, and observations through designated apps or forms as required.
• Communicate regularly with supervisors regarding site updates or client feedback.

• 2–5 years of experience in commercial landscape maintenance.
• Strong horticultural knowledge and pride in craftsmanship.
• Ability to work independently and support or coordinate with additional team members when assigned.
• Professional communication skills and customer service mindset.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Pesticide license or irrigation experience a plus but not required.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions, wet or humid conditions, working near moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles.
• Occasionally exposed to vibration, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

• Often required to lift heavy materials exceeding 50 lbs.
• Required to stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, stoop and bend for long periods.
• Require to use hands and reach with arms.
• Frequent speaking.
• The work may be either indoors or outdoors in areas that are dusty, dirty, in the rain and muddy.

• Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision options
• Employer paid life insurance, STD & LTD
• 401K and Employer Match
• Ancillary Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Learning and Development opportunities

As an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, Environmental Management Inc. does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Furthermore, Environmental Management Inc. will not discriminate against applicants or employees because he or she is physically or mentally handicapped, a disabled veteran, a veteran of the Vietnam era, or has a non‑job related medical condition, provided he or she is qualified and meets the requirements established by Environmental Management Inc.

for the job. As an employment AT WILL EMPLOYER, the employee or employer may terminate employment at any time and for any reason.