Landscape Foreman

DLL Landscaping & Tree Service

Landscape Foreman

Columbus, OH
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Free food & snacks

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Bonus based on performance

    Parental leave

    Vision insurance

    The Landscape Foreman is a working field leader responsible for crew performance, job execution, safety compliance, and customer satisfaction. This role combines hands-on landscape work with leadership accountability and is directly responsible for delivering projects on time, on budget, and to DLL’s quality standards.

    Core Responsibilities

    Crew Leadership & Development:

    Provide clear daily direction to assigned crew members

    Train employees on proper equipment operation, safety protocols, and company standards

    Monitor performance and provide real-time coaching and feedback

    Hold crew accountable for productivity, quality, punctuality, safety, and professionalism

    Provide performance feedback to Production Manager

    Daily Operations Management:

    Conduct daily morning huddles to review:

    Schedule and job priorities

    Time estimates and productivity goals

    Customer expectations and feedback

    Execute and oversee landscape maintenance services including mowing, trimming, edging, blowing, and enhancements

    Ensure work is completed correctly the first time (“no go-backs”)

    Conduct routine site inspections to verify quality standards

    Identify enhancement opportunities and communicate recommendations

    Productivity & Accountability:

    Manage labor hours to meet or exceed weekly crew productivity goals

    Adjust workflow as needed to maintain efficiency

    Ensure all crew members accurately clock in/out and record breaks in LMN

    Communicate workload changes to Production Manager promptly

    Safety & Compliance:

    Enforce all company safety policies and procedures

    Identify and correct job-site hazards immediately

    Ensure proper use of PPE and required company attire

    Require seatbelt use and compliance with all motor vehicle laws

    Promote a safety-first culture at all times

    Customer Relationship Management:

    Serve as on-site point of contact when needed

    Greet customers professionally and address concerns promptly

    Escalate service issues to Production Manager before leaving the site

    Document customer issues or notes in LMN

    Equipment & Resource Management:

    Train crew on proper equipment usage to reduce wear and unnecessary repairs

    Ensure efficient use of materials and supplies

    Communicate supply and repair needs to Production Manager

    What We Offer: Competitive pay aligned with the high end of industry standards Medical and Dental insurance IRA matching Training and Development opportunities Paid time off and Holiday pay Annual Bonus