Landscape Assistant Foreman

Farmscape; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

FSA & Dependent Care plan

Audiobook reimbursement

Paid vacation

Job summary

Farmscape designs, installs, and maintains outdoor landscapes in Los Angeles, CA. We are seeking a skilled foreman to lead daily residential and commercial installations, including hardscape, carpentry, planting, drainage, and irrigation.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of landscape construction experience, strong leadership, and the ability to read plans, manage crews, and work safely with equipment. Valid driver’s license required, with opportunities to mentor a growing team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of landscape construction experience
• Experience leading or mentoring a crew
• Strong knowledge of irrigation, grading, drainage, hardscape, and carpentry
• Comfortable reading plans and building to spec
• Able to calculate grades, use lasers, and work safely with equipment
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
• Clear communicator who takes pride in craftsmanship
• Commitment to Farmscape’s quality, safety, and sustainability standards

Responsibilities

• Lead daily install work on residential and commercial landscape jobs (hardscape, carpentry, planting, drainage, irrigation)
• Coach and motivate crew members to produce clean, high-quality landscape garden installations
• Maintain jobsite pace and workflow, directing the crew when the Foreman is off-site
• Read and interpret landscape plans, then execute with precision
• Build parts lists for irrigation and construction so the crew has what they need
• Operate tools and equipment safely, including lasers and heavy equipment as needed
• Train and mentor newer crew members in Farmscape best practices
• Communicate professionally with clients and route concerns to the Foreman
• Drive between sites and vendors (valid driver’s license required)

Skills

Crew leadership

Irrigation knowledge

Reading plans

Carpentry

Communication

Tools

Lasers

Heavy equipment

Job description

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm.
Benefits: Benefits for full-time employees include: Health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer matching, FSA & Dependent Care plan, Audiobook reimbursement, Paid vacation.
Compensation: $22 - $26/hr

About Farmscape:

Farmscape designs, installs, and maintains food-focused landscapes that are beautiful, productive, and made for outdoor living across Los Angeles & the Bay Area.

Farmscape is committed to creating fair wage jobs with benefits including health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer matching, FSA & dependent care plan and paid vacation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead daily install work on residential and commercial landscape jobs (hardscape, carpentry, planting, drainage, irrigation).
• Coach and motivate crew members to produce clean, high-quality landscape garden installations.
• Maintain jobsite pace and workflow, stepping in to direct the crew when the Foreman is off-site.
• Read and interpret landscape plans, then execute with precision.
• Build parts lists for irrigation and construction so the crew has what they need.
• Operate tools and equipment safely, including lasers and heavy equipment as needed.
• Train and mentor newer crew nenbers in Farmscape best practices.
• Communicate professionally with clients and route concerns to the Foreman
• Drive between sites and vendors (valid driver’s license required).

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of landscape construction experience
• Experience leading or mentoring a crew
• Strong knowledge of irrigation, grading, drainage, hardscape, and carpentry.
• Comfortable reading plans and building to spec
• Able to calculate grades, use lasers, and work safely with equipment
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Clear communicator who takes pride in craftmanship
• Commitment to Farmscape’s quality, safety, and sustainability standards.

Physical Demands:

• Lift 75lbs
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Stand, walk, bend, and perform physical labor for extended periods

Fair Chance Statement

Farmscape complies with the San Francisco, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). We will not inquire about or consider your criminal history until after a conditional offer has been extended. If a background check reveals a conviction that we believe may be directly related to the duties of this position, we will:

• Provide a written individualized assessment,
• Include a copy of the background check, and
• Give you at least five (5) business days to respond with relevant information or documentation.

A past conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment. We review each case individually and consider time passed, relevance to job duties, and any evidence of rehabilitation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Farmscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected category.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].