Landscape Maintenance Foreman

Intrinsic Landscaping; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Uniform provided

Job summary

Intrinsic Landscaping in Glenview, IL is looking for a dedicated Landscape Maintenance Foreman to lead a crew and maintain residential and commercial outdoor spaces. The role is full-time and seasonal, based in Glenview, IL.

The position offers $20–$25 per hour with overtime opportunities, paid time off, and paid holidays, plus a uniform. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of foreman experience and 3–5+ years in landscaping, and can supervise crews on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of landscaping experience.
• 2+ years as foreman or lead.
• Ability to oversee a crew and manage jobs.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Must be able to work outdoors in various Chicago-area weather.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all landscape and green roof maintenance production.
• Manage daily time sheets for crew.
• Train Landscape Maintenance Laborers on equipment use and site conduct.
• Oversee special projects for clients.
• Perform quality checks after work is completed by crews.

Skills

Physical stamina

Outdoor work

Crew leadership

Bilingual Spanish & English

Equipment knowledge

Communication

Driver's license

Reliability

Tools

Landscape equipment (tractors, mowers, leaf blowers, aerators)

Job description

Work for a fun landscape, green roof, and green wall construction company!

This is a full-time seasonal position in Glenview, IL. We are seeking a hardworking and dedicated Landscape Maintenance Foreman to join our team. You will perform a variety of physical duties to create and maintain beautiful, healthy outdoor environments for our residential and commercial clients. The ideal candidate is a team player who is reliable, physically fit, and has experience overseeing a crew.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $20 - $25/hour
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Uniform provided

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of landscape and green roof maintenance production including:
  • Quality control
  • Jobsite safety
• Daily time sheet entry for crew
• Train Landscape Maintenance Laborers on:
  • Proper use of equipment
  • Jobsite conduct
• Oversee special projects for clients
• Perform quality control checks after work is completed by crews

Experience

• 3 to 5+ years of landscaping experience
• 2+ years of foreman experience

Skills & Qualifications

• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand, kneel, bend, and lift/move up to 50 lbs repeatedly throughout the day.
• Working Conditions: Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in various Chicago‑area weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).
• Knowledge of landscape equipment, including tractors, mowers, leaf blowers, and aerators
• Knowledge of landscaping techniques including plants and plant care
• Communicate effectively; Bilingual Spanish & English is a plus
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.
• Reliable transportation to and from the worksite is required.

Intrinsic Landscaping is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Intrinsic Landscaping makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.