Supervisor for Crew Members

Job Description

Established in 1945, The Gerbert and Sons Landscaping and Irrigation Company is an award winning, full service landscape design/build/maintenance firm. We service some of the most outstanding, high-end residential properties in Fairfield and Westchester Counties. Our team of dedicated professionals work in concert to create outstanding landscaped environments for our clients to enjoy. We are proud of our reputation for innovation design, high quality workmanship and uncompromised customer service; and we’re looking forward to having you join our team!

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Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role
• Must have quality references that will be checked
• Skills: Strong leadership and organizational skills; proficiency in mowing, trimming, edging techniques, and hardscape installations; excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume, and quality references
• English (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)
• OSHA 10 or 30?

Benefits

• Pay: $75, $80,000.00 per year
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid jury duty
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Safety equipment provided
• Year round work

Responsibilities

• Job Summary: The Supervisor of the Landscape Maintenance Crew is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and performance of the crew
• This role ensures that all landscaping tasks, including mowing, trimming, edging, and landscape installations, are completed efficiently and to the highest standards
• The supervisor will lead the team, manage schedules, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and report to site directors and executive staff
• Team Leadership: Supervise and lead the landscape maintenance crew, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations
• Task Management: Oversee and participate in mowing, trimming, edging of turf, and any installations at the designated site
• Quality Control: Ensure all landscaping and hardscape tasks are performed with attention to detail and meet company standards
• Equipment Management: Ensure proper use, maintenance, and inventory of landscaping equipment
• Safety Compliance: Enforce safety protocols and ensure crew members wear appropriate PPE, including uniforms, steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection
• Schedule Management: Develop and manage daily work schedules, ensuring tasks are completed on time
• Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between the crew and site directors, facilitating clear and effective communication
• Reporting: Regularly report to site directors and executive staff on the progress of landscaping tasks, any issues encountered, and solutions implemented
• Problem Solving: Address any issues or challenges that arise during the workday and implement solutions promptly
• Meetings: Conduct daily morning meetings to discuss tasks, goals, and any updates
• Outdoor work in various weather conditions
• Normal workday hours with rare to occasional overtime requirements

Job description

Job Summary: The Supervisor of the Landscape Maintenance Crew is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and performance of the crew. This role ensures that all landscaping tasks, including mowing, trimming, edging, and landscape installations, are completed efficiently and to the highest standards. The supervisor will lead the team, manage schedules, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and report to site directors and executive staff.
Key Responsibilities:
• Team Leadership: Supervise and lead the landscape maintenance crew, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations.
• Task Management: Oversee and participate in mowing, trimming, edging of turf, and any installations at the designated site.
• Quality Control: Ensure all landscaping and hardscape tasks are performed with attention to detail and meet company standards.
• Equipment Management: Ensure proper use, maintenance, and inventory of landscaping equipment.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce safety protocols and ensure crew members wear appropriate PPE, including uniforms, steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
• Schedule Management: Develop and manage daily work schedules, ensuring tasks are completed on time.
• Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between the crew and site directors, facilitating clear and effective communication.
• Reporting: Regularly report to site directors and executive staff on the progress of landscaping tasks, any issues encountered, and solutions implemented.
• Problem Solving: Address any issues or challenges that arise during the workday and implement solutions promptly.
• Meetings: Conduct daily morning meetings to discuss tasks, goals, and any updates.
Qualifications:
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role. Must have quality references that will be checked.
• Skills: Strong leadership and organizational skills; proficiency in mowing, trimming, edging techniques, and hardscape installations; excellent communication and interpersonal skills. OSHA certificate preferred.
• Requirements: Must have a valid driver's license, an operable phone, and a reliable mode of transportation.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, bending, and operating landscaping equipment.
• Compliance: Must wear uniforms provided by the company, self-provided steel-toed safety boots, and appropriate PPE such as safety glasses and hearing protection.
• Knowledge of pesticide, herbicide, and fertilizer applications; state applicator license or ability to obtain one preferred.
• Familiarity with irrigation systems, troubleshooting, and minor repairs preferred
Working Conditions:
• Outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• Normal workday hours with rare to occasional overtime requirements.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume, and quality references.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75, $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid jury duty
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Safety equipment provider

• The Perks
• 401(k) plan

Schedule:
• Year round work
Language:
• English (Required)
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
• OSHA 10 or 30? (Preferred)
Work Location: In person

Responsibilities:

· Take responsibility for daily work tasks

· Communicate openly with clients, supervisor and all team members

· Ensure quality level and completion of work within scheduled time

· Basic masonry skills to include grading and drainage work, bluestone patios, stonewalls and retaining walls made from various stone products.

· Ability to safely handle tree removal equipment such as chippers, chainsaws, etc.

· DOT Medical Card certified to drive heavy trucks such as a Ford F-550

· Layout and install planting beds per drawings

· Operate John Deere backhoe/loader and caterpillar skid steer

· Coordinate purchase and delivery of hard materials to job sites

· Participate in weekly training sessions (tailgate/safety talks)

· Attend courses and seminars to increase our knowledge and skills

· Operate and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools

· Be physically able to lift 50 pounds

· Knowledge of plant material for zones 5-7

· Hands-on experience of pruning trees and shrubs.

· Fine Gardening experience

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus! Successful applicant will receive a competitive

Compensation, will have an excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth and be part of a rewarding team environment. We are looking for immediate placement. Only those available to start immediately should apply. 

Established in 1945, The Gerbert and Sons Landscaping and Irrigation Company is an award winning, full service landscape design/build/maintenance firm. We service some of the most outstanding, high-end residential properties in Lower Fairfield and Westchester Counties.

Established in 1945, The Gerbert and Sons Landscaping and Irrigation Company is an award winning, full service landscape design/build/maintenance firm. We service some of the most outstanding, high-end residential properties in Lower Fairfield and Westchester Counties.