We are looking for a Maintenance Foreman to run a crew on a dedicated route of high-end residential properties. The right person notices the shrub that is starting to decline before the homeowner does, and knows the difference between a property that is just mowed and a property that is cared for. What You'll Do Lead a 2 person crew day to day, assign work, set pace, and hold quality Manage a fixed route of residential properties from spring cleanup through fall Perform and direct all-inclusive care: mowing and detail work, bed maintenance, pruning and weed control, seasonal color, mulching, and cleanups Inspect properties on each visit and flag plant health issues, irrigation problems, and enhancement opportunities Communicate directly with homeowners on site - professionally and confidently Operate and maintain mowers, trimmers, blowers, and small equipment; report issues before they become breakdowns Keep the truck and trailer organized, loaded correctly, and street-legal Enforce safe work practices for the entire crew What You Need 5+ years in landscape maintenance, including at least 1 year leading a crew Solid plant knowledge - able to identify common Midwest ornamentals and prune correctly by species and season Valid driver's license and a clean driving record; comfortable towing a trailer Ability to work outdoors in all conditions and lift 50 lbs repeatedly Reliable transportation to our Evanston yard for a consistent 7am start Professional presence around clients and their homes Preferred Illinois pesticide applicator or operator license (we will help you get licensed if you don't have one) Bilingual English/Spanish Snow and ice management experience for winter work

Pay:

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Safety equipment provided

Work Location:

In person