Landscape Installation Foreman with Orchard Keepers

Orchard Keepers, Inc, (orchardkeepers.com) est 2004, is an Ecologically based landscape company focused on the care of home orchards, edible landscapes, and native/drought tolerant gardens. We also install all manner of landscape components consisting of hardscape, garden structures, irrigations systems, veggie beds, plants and more. We are based in Santa Cruz CA, providing services locally in Santa Cruz and in San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties.

Orchard Keepers is looking to hire a foreman to lead one of our crews with the Install team. The installation/construction team provides design and installation services including irrigation, planting, carpentry, and hardscaping for projects ranging in size from one day to multiple months. Please check out our website to see photos of 6 completed projects.

About the Role

Tasks on the install crew vary day to day, season to season. We are involved in every aspect of landscape construction, from irrigation systems to patios, plantings to raised bed construction. WE WORK HARD and expect a strong commitment to work ethic and attendance. We put a strong emphasis on performing quality work, having good communication with both staff and clients, and enjoyment of coming to work every day!

With support of the Project Manager, this role keeps the project running smoothly by keeping the client up to speed with daily progress and the outlook for the remainder of each project. The install foreman will oversee the daily operations of a crew of 2-5 people while working with the project manager as well. This person should be experienced with managing crews, and at least 2 of the following trades: irrigation, horticulture, carpentry, masonry, outdoor lighting, and drainage. This is a full-time, hourly position with benefits. Two positions are available. Orchard Keepers is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

• Daily load up of tools and materials for the job site
• Instruct and direct crew members, keepi...