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McGuire and Hester

Landscape Maintenance Foreman

McGuire and Hester, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Company McGuire and Hester is a construction company that provides complete site work services, including pipelines, grading, paving, concrete, landscape, and mechanical. With over 100 years of experience, the firm has contributed to many of Northern California’s most recognizable landmarks and infrastructure projects. Their mission, "Together We Build Things Right," reflects a commitment to quality, teamwork, and community impact.

Job Summary The Landscape Maintenance Foreman is responsible for the successful execution and completion of interim, post‑construction, and ongoing maintenance contracts. The role requires adherence to established schedules, standards, and procedures to deliver high‑quality services. This is a hands‑on foreman position reporting to the General Superintendent.

Responsibilities

Monitor sites for quality and follow up with crews on performance improvements

Ensure client satisfaction at each site

Assign daily tasks to maintenance crews

Communicate opportunities and concerns to the General Superintendent

Conduct and oversee execution of minor enhancements of projects

Complete daily paperwork accurately and on time

Lead and motivate the team, demonstrating strong leadership and safety practices

Demonstrate proper pruning, fertilization, and herbicide application for trees, shrubs, and turf

Maintain equipment hygiene to prevent pest and disease spread

Install, wire, program, and audit commercial irrigation systems, including controllers and sensors

Perform irrigation audits and recommend system upgrades

Obtain permits, file pesticide use reports, and maintain regulatory records

Supervise pest control operations, ensuring safe handling of chemicals and compliance with PPE use

Manage pesticide inventory and storage security

Organize yard nursery for planting punch‑lists

Assess employee performance and recommend development plans to the General Superintendent

Ensure adherence to company policies and promote a culture of safety

Communicate equipment repair needs to shop personnel

Safely operate commercial landscape equipment and tools

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required; at least 10 years of related landscape work experience

DPR Qualified Applicator Licence (QAL) required at hire

Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA) can be obtained within 1 year

Must be able to read, write, and speak in English; bilingual in Spanish is a plus

Basic math and plan reading skills

Strong reasoning ability for multi‑step instructions

Basic tablet and smartphone computer skills

Exceptional integrity, personal drive, and self‑direction

Valid California driver’s licence with an acceptable driving record

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Company Stock (ESOP)

Bonus Program

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Compensation $38.90–$48.00, based on skills, experience and knowledge

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Construction

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