Senior Landscape Supervisor

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Under direction, plans, schedules, and supervises the work of crews (grounds maintenance and/or trees as assigned) engaged in tree, pest, and landscape maintenance. Maintains established standards, resolves landscape‐related problems, and performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·         Plans, organizes, assigns, and supervises the work of tree, pest control, and grounds crews including tree trimmers, technicians, gardeners, irrigators, sprayers, equipment operators, and grounds workers.

·         Works with the crew foreman to establish daily work schedules, review maintenance needs, and inspect work both in progress and upon completion.

·         Makes field decisions regarding tree removals, replacements, pruning, and similar matters. Prepares reports for management review.

·         Maintains personnel and attendance records for crew members. Participates in training and safety programs.

·         Provides ongoing feedback to employees throughout the review period. Contributes to performance evaluations with feedback that is timely, specific, honest, and aimed at supporting employee growth.

·         Evaluates personnel performance and follows up on all service requests; assigns personnel to resolve issues.

·         Communicates with residents by telephone and in person; documents actions taken on each request.

·         Drives a vehicle to meetings, workshops, job sites, and other work‐related responsibilities.

·         Regular attendance is required. All duties are performed on‐site for the Community.

·         Works effectively with coworkers, residents, and others by sharing ideas constructively; listening and considering suggestions objectively; keeping commitments; communicating progress and issues; addressing problems to find practical solutions; addressing others respectfully; and supporting a diverse workplace.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·         Confers with the Landscape Manager regarding recurring issues and landscape/arbor care standards.

·         Meets and confers with other departments, vendors, and contractors as needed.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

Computer, tablet, truck, utility vehicles, calculator, telephone and hand-held radio.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure to dust, equipment fumes and normal outdoor elements.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from an accredited college with an associate degree including major coursework in horticulture, arboriculture, or related fields. Considerable supervisory experience in tree or grounds maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that produces the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Possession of:  

• ISA Certified Arborist credential.

·         Qualified Pesticide Applicators License

Knowledge of:

·            Occupational hazards and safety precautions related to tree and grounds maintenance.

·            Computer systems and applicable software programs.

·            Safety hazards and precautionary practices associated with assigned responsibilities.

·            Field maintenance requirements of assigned equipment.

Ability to:

·            Plan and supervise the work of maintenance personnel in a manner that promotes performance, safety, and high morale.

·            Understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.

·            Understand and relate to the needs of senior citizens.

·            Deal effectively with the public in both routine and challenging situations.

·            Exhibits strong written and verbal communication skills appropriate for diverse audiences and situations.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

·         Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

·         Standing and walking for up to 3 hours; sitting for up to 2 hours.

·         Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 10 lbs.; occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs.

·         Frequent grasping and stooping; occasional balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, kneeling, pulling, pushing, and reaching.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Reading, detailed work, problem solving, training, reasoning, verbal and written communication, customer contact, and managing multiple concurrent tasks.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Village Management Services, Inc. provides professional management services to the community of Laguna Woods Village, the largest Southern California independent-living community for people 55 and older. The Village is built on 2,100 acres, features 12,736 homes and is home to about 18,000+ residents. Managing Laguna Woods Village is similar to managing a city. VMS, Inc.’s approximately 1,000 employees provide a wide variety of services to Village residents and maintain the community infrastructure. VMS, Inc. is a mutual-benefit, nonprofit corporation. Our commitment to quality and excellent customer service has made Laguna Woods Village one of the most emulated active retirement establishments in the country.

Village Management Services, Inc. provides professional management services to the community of Laguna Woods Village, the largest Southern California independent-living community for people 55 and older. The Village is built on 2,100 acres, features 12,736 homes and is home to about 18,000+ residents. Managing Laguna Woods Village is similar to managing a city. VMS, Inc.’s approximately 1,000 employees provide a wide variety of services to Village residents and maintain the community infrastructure. VMS, Inc. is a mutual-benefit, nonprofit corporation. Our commitment to quality and excellent customer service has made Laguna Woods Village one of the most emulated active retirement establishments in the country.