Groundskeeper

Corza Construction LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A landscaping firm in Austin, Texas is seeking an experienced Groundskeeping Foreman to supervise and train crews while ensuring the efficient completion of landscaping tasks. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, a valid driver's license, and must be bilingual in Spanish and English. Responsibilities include operating grounds maintenance equipment, performing physical labor, and maintaining safety standards on job sites.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of groundskeeping or landscaping experience.
• Eligible to work in the US and valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to work outdoors in high temperatures and varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and motivate crews to complete tasks.
• Inspect work for safety compliance and specifications.
• Operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment.
• Perform landscaping tasks like mowing and fertilizing.
• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides safely.
• Maintain accurate records of work and materials used.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish & English)

Team player

Punctuality

Tools

Grounds maintenance equipment

Trucks with trailers

Job description

Job Description

The Groundskeeping Foreman is responsible for supervising grounds crews and contributing to the completion of landscaping and maintenance tasks at assigned properties. This position ensures that all grounds are properly maintained through the safe and efficient use of hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment.

Job Summary

• Supervise, train, and motivate crew members to complete assigned tasks on schedule.
• Inspect work progress, equipment, and sites to verify safety and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Assign tasks to employees based on job requirements, equipment availability, and crew capacity.
• Operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment, including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and irrigation tools.
• Safely drive trucks with attached trailers or other vehicles to and from work sites.
• Perform physical labor such as mowing, edging, planting, mulching, pruning, fertilizing, and general landscape upkeep.
• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Ensure tools, vehicles, and equipment are properly maintained, cleaned, and stored.
• Coordinate the removal of debris, trash, and hazardous materials from properties.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent on projects.
• Communicate effectively with property managers, supervisors, and clients regarding project updates or issues.
• Enforce company safety standards and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions to meet operational needs.
• Must be punctual.

Minimum Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the US.
• Must pass a background check.
• Bilingual (Spanish & English) is a must.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience.
• Must work with crew members in high temperatures.
• Must be a team player.

Supervision Received and Exercised: Receives supervision from the project manager.

Working Conditions: The primary duties of this position are performed outdoors. A significant part of the job involves physical activity. There will be prolonged periods of standing and walking during the course of the work. Work conditions involve some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require the implementation of basic safety precautions.

Alcohol and Drug Testing Policy: Corza Construction LLC has a Drug Free Workplace Policy.