Landscaping Foreman

General Summary:

The Landscaping Foreman is responsible for overseeing daily work assignments and supervising in areas related to maintenance in Harris County Precinct 2 Landscaping Department. The position supervises and oversees operations maintenance programs and management of staff.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan assign and supervise daily landscaping and grounds maintenance activities across parks facilities and public areas ensuring efficiency and quality standards are met.

• Perform and oversee landscaping tasks including mowing trimming planting mulching irrigation and general grounds upkeep.

• Operate and maintain light and heavy equipment such as mowers tractors trimmers and blowers; ensure proper use and safety compliance by crew members. Inspect work sites and completed projects to ensure adherence to safety protocols maintenance standards and departmental procedures.

• Train direct and evaluate crew members providing instruction on techniques safety and work quality.

• Coordinate schedules and maintenance projects with supervisors and other departments including preparation for events or seasonal activities.

• Monitor and maintain inventory of tools materials and equipment and report maintenance or supply needs.

• Maintain records and prepare reports on work performed crew assignments and equipment usage.

• Respond to emergencies and after-hours situations such as storm damage irrigation issues or fallen trees. Communicate effectively with the public vendors and staff to ensure positive public relations and service delivery.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution is required.
• Four (4 years of landscape maintenance experience is required.
• Two (2) years of supervisory/leadership experience required.
• Two (2) years of irrigation installation and repair experience required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and in operating maintenance and construction equipment is required.

• Knowledge of work scheduling record-keeping and task coordination along with strong leadership and communication skills.

• Able to establish effective working relationships with staff supervisors and the public; follow written and verbal instructions; and assume supervisory duties when needed.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends on-call and emergency response is essential.

• Requires skill in using hand and power tools (such as rakes shovels trimmers and mowers) and in operating light and heavy equipment including tractors with attachments ATVs and utility carts.

• Valid Texas Drivers License.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular Full-time

• Our parks are open 365 days of the year. The Parks Department works 5 - 8 hour shifts.

  • Hours/days may vary based on business needs of the department and some weekend evening hours or holidays will be required during special events or in times of emergency response/preparedness.

Work Environment andPhysical Demands:

• Work is performed where extreme temperatures caustic substances physical hazards respiratory hazards humidity noise vibrations and other hazards may be encountered. This position is outdoors so a strong candidate must enjoy being outside in all weather conditions.

• The work is medium and requires exerting up to 75 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 30 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally the following physical abilities are required: balancing climbing crouching feeling grasping handling hearing kneeling lifting mental acuity pulling reaching repetitive motions speaking standing stooping talking visual acuity and walking.

• Reports To:Parks Superintendent
• Supervises: Landscaping Caretakers

Location:

• 3100 Federal Road Houston TX 77015