Looking for Ideal Candidate for Landscape Company

We are looking to hire an experienced landscaper in the San Diego area. Ideal candidates will have the potential for a Project Manager position with higher pay and must be willing to start learning the business as a licensed Driver Foreman.

About Us:

We are a small, family-owned business and would like to find someone who can grow with our company long-term. JD Landscape contracts exclusively with property investment firms flipping residential properties. Staff usually work in crews of 1-3, depending on workload, with opportunities for autonomy and advancement for the right person. We are looking for a self-starter who is coachable, values efficiency, and attention to detail.

Requirements:

- Reliable Transportation to Truck Yard (where the work truck is located)
- Valid California Driver's License (must)
- English and Spanish (must)
- 3+ years of experience in Landscaping
- 2+ years of experience in Irrigation
- Must be able to lift 50lbs
- Must have a smartphone to access the employee schedule, report job status, and submit work hours

Schedule & Pay:

- Full-time Tuesday - Friday 7am - 5:30pm
- $22-$25/ hour based on experience
- Monthly bonus ($200 - $600) based on performance
- Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays (excluding first 90 days from start date)
- Paid overtime
- Opportunities for advancement and a raise
(Sorry, we do not offer health or dental benefits.)

Qualifications:

Must be able to drive and SAFELY maneuver a truck and utility trailer to job sites, pick up materials, and drop off materials.
Fluent English and Spanish language skills are required to effectively communicate with clients and the crew.
Be able to prioritize tasks and job details regarding client needs and JD Landscape protocols
Ability to complete the job independently without a crew when necessary.
Irrigation experience required - jobs may include irrigation installation, irrigation controllers, and general sprinkler repair.
Knowledge and experience in the use of trimmers, edgers, lawnmowers, chainsaws, and garden hand tools.

Responsibilities:
Tree trimming, brush cleanup, bush trimming, and general maintenance of properties.
Work involves kneeling, bending, hauling, planting, shoveling, trenching, laying grass, laying pavers, installing DG, etc.
Lead and supervise crew, providing clear verbal directions.
Keep track of time to ensure that the crew stays within the allotted work hours for the day.
Prepare daily reports, write professional emails and texts to communicate with clients effectively.
Learn and proficiently use new scheduling software to effectively manage projects and track progress.
Utilize experience in job scheduling, planning, and project management to efficiently allocate resources and meet project deadlines.
Purchase necessary supplies and materials, ensuring the availability of resources for job execution.
As a driver, you will be expected to pick up the work truck, which will be located centrally in San Diego. (Mission Valley/ Northpark Area)

Jobs are organized by crew chief, with on-site guidance until the employee understands work flow and company ethics.

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We will contact you for a phone interview. If you sound like a good fit, you will be scheduled for a paid trial shift and proceed from there.

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Jose @ JD Landscape
Thank You.