DIG IN WITH US!
At Schmidt’s we care about our employees and work hard to provide great benefits, a healthy work culture, and a place to grow and learn.
By joining us, you will be supported by industry professionals, most of whom have worked with us for 5 years or more. Our culture is professional yet fun, with a proactive approach to work/life balance. Additionally, we foster growth in the industry through encouragement, inclusion and education. We are proud of our commitment to providing a welcoming and safe workplace for everyone.
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Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in:
Strong relationships
We care about our employees and work hard to understand employees' wants and needs through empathy and compassion.
Creativity
Not every day goes as expected when you are digging in the dirt. Sometimes we need to be proactive and creative to solve problems in innovative ways.
Professionalism
We believe in high quality work, honesty, clear communication, and an attention to detail.
Sustainability
It is important for us to be good stewards of the Earth. We make an impact by planting native plants, installing trees, and using tools and products that are better for the environment.
Knowledge
Working in the green industry requires a lot of knowledge, whether you are a plant person, enjoy administrative work, or like working with stone. We will train you, support you, and encourage your education.
Come grow with us!
Our landscape construction crews work in small groups, typically in pairs or groups of three. As foreman, you will be responsible for leading a crew to complete projects. Projects include installation of both home and commercial landscapes such as: paver and natural stone patios and walkways, raised patio and step systems, block, snapped stone and boulder retaining walls, fire pits, grading and drainage systems, and trellises and pergolas. Projects vary in scale and scope and span between 2 and 30 days.
Starting in this role you will work side by side with our lead foreman to be trained on projects at Schmidt’s and will transition to leading your own crew.
Responsibilities:
- Lead a crew or crews to complete high quality projects efficiently and within budget.
- Prioritize safety for you and your crew.
- Drive company trucks and trailers to and from customer locations.
- Operate skid steers and mini track machines to load and unload trucks, grade sites, and lift and move pallets.
- Use and operate small machines such as: blowers, compactors, vibratory rollers, table saws, and chopsaws.
- Install patios, walkways, retaining walls, fire pits, and pergolas.
- Interact with customers to keep them informed of project progress.
Work Day and Expectations:
A typical day starts at 7:30 am. Teams review projects, discuss changes, goals and expectations. Crews drive to their work sites in company vehicles and work on their projects.Work days typically end around 6:00. Most work weeks are from Monday through Thursday.
Employees are expected to provide consistent quality results, be reliable, honest, and work well within a team.
Requirements:
- A valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
- Ability to walk, lift, bend, squat, kneel repeatedly throughout the course of a work day
- Ability to tolerate extreme weather, both hot and cold.
- Desire to produce high quality work.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong leadership skills including but not limited to: excellent communication, a calm but motivated demeanor and an encouraging attitude.
- A minimum of 3 years experience laying brick and stone for patios, walkways, driveways as well as retaining wall installation.
- Strong basic math skills.
- Ability to functionally measure grades.
- Operational experience with joystick controlled skid steers, compaction equipment, saws and other related small engine equipment.
Preferences:
- Class A or Class B commercial driving license.
