Passionate about working with water, electricity, lighting, and water features? Looking for the next level of career growth and a chance for advancement in an established company?
Oakland Irrigation (a Division of Oakland Nursery) is seeking an Irrigation Foreman to manage an installation crew. We provide residential and commercial services: install irrigation systems, low voltage landscape lighting, corrective drainage systems, small ponds, holiday lighting, seeding and/or sod. We are family-owned and award winning, with 80 years of experience. We are passionate about landscape work and making beautiful spaces. Come be a part of our team!
Irrigation Foremen work directly with Director of Irrigation and/or the Irrigation Salesman on jobs to design the systems that keep landscapes looking beautiful. Oakland Irrigation has been servicing the greater Columbus area for over 45 years.
Job Type:
Full time
Pay negotiable based on experience
Schedule:
Monday thru Friday (occational weekends during busy seasons)
Ideal Candidates:
- Have 1 – 3 years’ experience with irrigation installation (residential & commercial), installing low voltage landscape lighting, small ponds/water features, and drainage install
- Have capability to read blue print plans and landscape drawings.
- Can respectfully direct a team to execute a project.
- Can address homeowner or property owner questions confidently and intelligently.
- Can safely operate small machinery: Skid Steer, Dingo, Mini Excavator, and a Trencher.
- Have a valid and clean driving record. Certain vehicles require a Health Certificate for the non-CDL vehicle usage, will earn through us if needed.
- Can pass a mandatory drug screen upon hire.
- Have the physical capacity to hand dig, lift 40+ lbs, climb ladders, kneel, bend, squat, and lift materials overhead.
- Can maintain a professional appearance and attitude when dealing with customers.
- Are on-time, dependable, and can problem-solve in the field.
- Have excellent communication skills (bilingual is a plus).
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage and lead a crew of 2 – 3 irrigation installers.
- Ensure that all materials and machinery are prepped and loaded before heading to the job site and ensure a clean job site upon completion.
- Maintain a clean company vehicle and ensure that all truck tools are functional and accounted for.
- Ensure that projects are installed accurately, efficiently, and profitably.
- Communicate with clients as needed in a professional and courteous manner.
- Check all fluid levels in the vehicles and greasing equipment prior to use.
- Document jobs using Hindsite software.
Benefits:
401k, matched by employer
Full Health Care (Health, Dental, & Vision)
Health savings account & employer applies an additional $9 per pay period
Paid time off for major holidays
Paid Vacation time acquired after 1 year
Weekly pay period
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Ability to Relocate:
- Columbus, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations