Job description

1st Lake Properties is adding a Landscape Supervisor to our existing team of landscape experts to manage the landscaping needs of a portfolio of apartment communities in the Greater New Orleans, LA area.

As the Landscape Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise a staff of staff of Landscape Managers and their performance in oversight of their designate property portfolios.
• Generate and monitor budgetary items relating to ongoing landscape maintenance and planning future projects.
• Routinely inspect property grounds and regularly report any issues with planted materials, watering issues, and irrigation systems.
• Regularly communicate with, monitor, and manage performance of landscape maintenance contractors.
• Actively recruit and meet with new vendors and contractors.
• Manage recruitment and bidding process of new vendors and vendors.
• Design, consult, and assist staff with landscape projects.
• Meet with Property Managers and related staff to review and train them on landscaping and grounds care guidelines.
• Research and test new products and services that will benefit properties.

In exchange for excellent skills and abilities, you will receive:

• Salary plus a monthly gas allowance
• Paid time off includes holidays, generous vacation time, sick time, and up to 2 paid days off per year for working safely
• Health, dental, and vision plans; company paid basic life insurance and long term disability insurance; spouse and dependent life insurance; short-term disability insurance
• 401k with a generous company match

To be successful, you will need:

• Landscape Horticulturist license.
• 5-7 years of supervisory experience.
• 5-7 years horticultural management experience.
• Or, 4 years of experience in horticultural management with related college degree.
• Literacy of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and functional knowledge of computers and tablets.
• Proficient and adept communication skills with ability to convey concepts and instructions to contractors and vendors.
• Experience in servicing and repairing irrigation systems, and performing landscape installations.
• A valid driver's license.
• A willingness and ability to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• The ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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