Maintenance Crew Foreman

DeSantis Landscapes, Inc; Cornelius (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

DeSantis Landscapes, Inc. is seeking a Landscape Enhancement Crew Foreman to lead enhancement projects and field crews in Salem, Oregon. The role emphasizes strong leadership, technical knowledge, and a commitment to high-quality workmanship.

You will supervise 1–4 crew members, ensure site quality, and train staff on planting, irrigation, and hardscape tasks. A valid driver’s license and 5+ years of experience are required; pesticide license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in the landscape industry.
• Strong knowledge of pruning practices, irrigation installation and troubleshooting, plant identification, and hardscape installation.
• Certifications in landscape industry or minimum 2 years of formal horticultural training.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven leadership and crew management experience.
• Strong attention to detail and jobsite quality.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and managing crews of 1-4 employees.
• Maintaining jobsite quality and production standards.
• Training crew members.
• Landscape enhancement tasks including bark and mulch installation, planting and sod installation, drip and irrigation installation, hardscape installation, bioswale work, and cleanups.

Skills

Leadership

Crew management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Landscape industry certifications

Formal horticultural training (2+ years)

Tools

Commercial Pesticide Applicator License

Job description

Landscape Enhancement Crew Foreman

DeSantis Landscapes is seeking an experienced and motivated Landscape Enhancement Crew Foreman to lead enhancement projects and field crews. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, leadership ability, and a commitment to high-quality workmanship.

Position Overview

• Job Title: Landscape Enhancement Foreman
• Location:7907 State Street, SalemOR
• Schedule: Monday-Thursday, four 10-hour days (40 hours/week)
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
• Pay Range: $21.00-$28.00 per hour (DOE)

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in the landscape industry
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Proper pruning practices
  • Irrigation system installation and troubleshooting
  • Plant identification
  • Hardscape installation
• Landscape industry certifications or minimum 2 years of formal horticultural training
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven leadership and crew management experience
• Strong attention to detail and jobsite quality

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supervising and managing crews of 1-4 employees
• Maintaining jobsite quality and production standards
• Training crew members
• Landscape enhancement tasks including:
  • Bark and mulch installation
  • Planting and sod installation
  • Drip and irrigation installation
  • Hardscape installation
  • Bioswale work
  • Cleanups

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

Must be proficient in operating and maintaining the following equipment:

• Mowers
• Edgers and string trimmers
• Blowers
• Aerators
• Slice seeders
• Chainsaws
• Rototillers
• Skid steers/Compact Utility Loaders
• Mini excavators
• Trenchers
• Ability to diagnose basic equipment repairs

Requirements

• Valid, insurable driver's license
• Preferred (but not required): Commercial Pesticide Applicator License

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan