Landscape Supervisor

Bay Colony; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious landscape management company in Naples, Florida is seeking a Landscape Supervisor to assist in managing grounds and landscape activities. The role involves training staff, overseeing equipment operation, and ensuring safety practices. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in landscape maintenance, a high school diploma, and knowledge of Florida native plants. This position may require weekend duties and off-hours availability for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience in landscape maintenance and/or landscape installation required.
• Supervisory experience helpful but not required; will train.
• Experience working at a private country club or upscale community preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Landscape Manager in managing grounds and landscape activities.
• Drives company vehicles and picks up supplies daily.
• Trains and instructs Crew Leaders in proper landscape maintenance practices.
• Oversees safe operation of equipment like mowers and trimmers.
• Reports machinery problems to the supervisor.

Skills

Knowledge of native Florida plants and ecosystems

Excellent communication skills

Detail oriented

Organized

Bi-lingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pesticide Application License/CPO Lawn & Ornamental

Job description

Description

SUMMARY

Assists the Landscape Manager in managing grounds and landscape activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drives company vehicles used to transport employees and pick up supplies daily.
• Trains and instructs Crew Leaders, LO I’s and LO II’s in proper landscape maintenance practices and safety techniques.
• In-charge of specific landscape areas throughout the community and the Estates of Bay Colony.
• Oversee the safe operation of equipment such as push mowers, riding mowers, hedge trimmers, weed eater, stick edger, vacuums and blowers.
• Oversee accurate gas log record on equipment used.
• Oversee cleaning and inspections of machinery after each use.
• Oversee the fertilization of turf grass and landscaped areas.
• Reports machinery/equipment problems to the supervisor.
• Make necessary minor adjustments to equipment.
• Assists with the loading and unloading of materials.
• Assists Crew leader, LOI and LO II’s with the trimming of trees and removal of cuttings.
• Directs staff to water plants.
• Assists staff with cutting grass, weeding and trimming bushes.
• Inform supervisor of any damage to grounds or property.
• Performs tasks in compliance with established departmental safety program for employees.
• Applies chemicals and pesticides as necessary, under the direction of the C.P.O.
• Available during off business hours for emergency situations in the community. Weekend duty may be required.
• Examine potential unsafe working conditions and order corrective actions.
• Identify staff training needs, proper use of tools and equipment, safety, etc.
• Supervise contracted services and assist with identification of need for contracted services.
• All other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and SKILLS

• Three to five (3 - 5) years’ experience in landscape maintenance and/or landscape installation required. Supervisory experience helpful but not required; will train.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have nnowledge of native Florida plants and ecosystems (ornamental).
• Experience working at a private country club or private upscale community preferred.
• Must be detail oriented, organized, multi-task oriented and possess excellent communication skills.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Pesticide Application License/CPO Lawn & Ornamental preferred.