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1st Lake Properties   MEtairie, LA   Full-time     Real Estate / Property Management
Posted on May 15, 2023
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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.  The Landscape Supervisor will also manage a team of Landscape professionals.

Qualifications:

As the Landscape Supervisor, you will:

  • Supervise a staff of staff of Landscape Managers.
  • 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.
  • Manage the performance of landscape contractors.
  • Recruit new vendors and contractors.
  • Design, consult, and assist staff with landscape projects.
  • Meet with Property Managers to 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 which 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.


1st Lake Properties

MEtairie , LA