Landscape Foreman

Davey Tree Expert Co; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Employee-owned company

Group Health Plan

Scholarship program for children of

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Wilmington, DE is seeking a Landscape Enhancement Crew Leader to join our outdoor-focused team. You will lead a crew in daily grounds and turf maintenance, directing work to enhance property appearance and value.

This permanent, full-time role is on site with travel up to 25% and offers pay range $25-$32 per hour plus benefits, paid time off, and opportunities for career development within an employee-owned company.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Background in Horticulture or Landscaping.
• Turf, weed, tree and shrub ID knowledge.
• Ability to complete Davey landscape development books on hire.
• Ability to complete Davey first aid, CPR and defensive driving courses on hire.

Responsibilities

• Enhance appearance and value of properties through directing crew in daily grounds and turf maintenance.
• Plant, trim, mow, weed, mulch, fertilize and more as directed.
• Learn to diagnose turf and shrub insects, diseases and environmental conditions.
• Maintain open communication with management and clients about landscape needs.
• Operate landscape equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Outdoor love

Horticulture background

Plant ID knowledge

First aid/CPR

Job description

Company:The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations:Wilmington, DE
Additional Locations:na
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:229500

Position Overview

Pay range $25-$32

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest Employee-Owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Landscape Enhancement Crew Leader to our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Cultivate your green career with us!
• Enhance the appearance and value of properties through direction of your crew in the execution of daily grounds and turf maintenance.
• Properly plant, trim, mow, weed, mulch, fertilize and so much more.
• Learn to diagnose insect, disease, and cultural/environmental turf and shrub conditions.
• Maintain open communication with management and clients to provide feedback on landscape needs.
• Drive, use, maintain and properly operate landscape equipment.

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking:

• Love of the outdoors
• Preferred: background in Horticulture or Landscaping
• Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID knowledge
• Ability to complete the Davey landscape career development books upon hire
• Ability to complete the Davey first aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire

Company Overview

What We Offer:

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations:If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%