Landscape Division Foreman
Alexandria, Minnesota
~Build More Than Landscapes.
Are you passionate about landscaping but frustrated by seasonal layoffs, inconsistent hours, and limited opportunities for advancement?
True North Management is excited to launch True North Landscape Group, a new division focused on providing professional landscape design, landscape maintenance, hardscape installation, and exterior property services throughout the Alexandria Lakes Area.
We are seeking a highly motivated Landscape Division Foreman to help build and lead this growing division. This role offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the work you love during the landscaping season while maintaining the security and stability of year-round employment through our property management and maintenance operations.
This is more than a landscaping job—it's an opportunity to help shape the future of a growing company while developing a long-term career.
About True North
True North Management is a full-service property management company serving the Alexandria Lakes Area. We manage residential, commercial, and vacation rental properties while providing a wide range of services including maintenance, renovations, cleaning, leasing, and property operations.
As our company continues to grow, we are investing in the launch of True North Landscape Group to better serve our area by creating meaningful career opportunities for skilled professionals who like to raise the bar.
We believe exceptional teams are built through trust, training, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Why True North Landscape Group Is Different>Changing the Landscaping Industry for the Better
At True North Landscape Group, we believe some of the biggest challenges facing the landscaping industry aren't related to the work itself - they're related to how companies treat their people, develop their teams, and serve their clients.
As we build this division, we are committed to addressing several common industry challenges head-on.
1. Year-Round Employment for Landscaping Professionals
One of the greatest frustrations in the landscaping industry is the seasonal nature of employment. Many talented professionals are forced to search for new jobs, collect unemployment, or leave the industry altogether during the winter months.
Our solution is simple: create meaningful year-round employment.
Rather than laying off team members when the growing season ends, we provide opportunities to transition into property maintenance, renovation projects, and property improvement services through our management division. This creates consistent income, financial stability, and long-term career growth while allowing team members to continue doing the landscaping work they enjoy throughout the spring, summer, and fall.
2. A Fully Screened Team You Can Trust
Trust matters—both within a crew and when working on someone's home or property.
Every True North team member undergoes a professional screening process that includes:
- Criminal background checks
- Drug screening
- Reference verification
- Professional evaluation
This commitment helps foster accountability, professionalism, and trust within our team while giving property owners confidence in the individuals working on their homes and businesses.
3. A Genuine Commitment to Training & Development
Many companies advertise training opportunities during the hiring process but fail to provide meaningful development once employees join the team.
We believe professional growth requires action-not promises.
True North Landscape Group is committed to providing ongoing training, mentorship, leadership development, and hands-on learning opportunities. Whether it's hardscape installation, equipment operation, project management, property maintenance, customer service, or leadership skills, we are committed to helping our team members advance their careers.
Our goal is to build careers- not simply fill positions.
4. Continuous Improvement Through Better Systems & Structure
The landscaping industry has historically struggled with inconsistent organization, unclear expectations, and reactive management practices.
We are committed to building a company that operates differently.
Our team continuously works to improve:
- Operational systems
- Communication processes
- Training programs
- Safety standards
- Project management procedures
- Equipment maintenance programs
- Customer experience initiatives
We believe great people perform at their best when supported by strong systems and expectations.
Rather than settling for "the way it's always been done," we are committed to creating a culture of continuous improvement where every season becomes better than the last.
Position Overview
The Landscape Division Foreman will serve as a leader within True North Landscape Group and play a critical role in establishing the division's culture, quality standards, operational procedures, and customer experience.
During the spring, summer, and fall seasons, this individual will lead a professional landscape crew, oversee installations, and related projects, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
During the winter season, this individual will transition into property maintenance, apartment/home renovations and capital improvement projects throughout the True North Management portfolio.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading people, working outdoors, solving problems, and building something meaningful.
Spring, Summer & Fall Responsibilities: Landscape Division Leadership
- Lead and supervise professional landscape crews
- Manage daily job site operations
- Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards
- Train and mentor crew members
- Promote a positive team culture focused on professionalism and accountability
- Conduct site walkthroughs and quality inspections
- Assist in scheduling, planning, and organizing landscape projects
Landscape & Hardscape Services
(Typically April-October)
- Landscape installation projects
- Lawn mowing, trimming, edging, and fertilization
- Mulching, planting, pruning, and landscape bed maintenance
- Irrigation maintenance and troubleshooting (on occasion)
- Hardscape installation including patios, retaining walls, walkways, and outdoor living features
- Tree and shrub care
- Property cleanups and seasonal services
- Equipment operation including skid steers, mini excavators, and small engine landscape equipment such as concrete saws, compactors, sod-cutters, etc.
- Equipment maintenance and upkeep
Winter Responsibilities: Property Maintenance & Improvement Services
(Typically November-March)
- Perform maintenance and repair requests throughout managed properties
- Complete preventative (routine) maintenance inspections
- Painting, flooring install, drywall install, etc.
- Plumbing fixture repairs and replacements
- Appliance troubleshooting and replacement
- General carpentry and repair work
- Exterior property maintenance
- Snow Removal: salting & snow blowing; we do not do any major snow removal at this time.
- Coordinate with residents, vendors, and contractors as necessary
- Track project hours, materials, and expenses
- Assist with larger property improvement initiatives
Qualifications Required
- Minimum (5) years of professional landscaping experience
- Minimum (2) years of leadership experience (within the Landscape Industry)
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Ability to work independently and solve problems effectively
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Landscape crew leadership experience
- Hardscape installation experience
- Skid steer or excavator operating experience
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to lift up to 100-150 pounds
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Basic hand tools for daily work responsibilities in maintenance (general list provided upon an employment offer)
Preferred
- Property maintenance or construction experience
- General Irrigation system knowledge
- HVAC, Boiler, Electrical, or related certifications
- Experience working directly with customers and clients
Compensation
This is a blended year-round role with a seasonal pay differential based on the primary duties being performed.
- April 1 – October 31 (Typical Landscaping Season): $30 – $35 per hour (Landscape Foreman)
- November 1 – March 31 (Typical Maintenance Season): $26 – $29 per hour (Maintenance Technician)
Pay adjusts according to the type of work assigned each week, reflecting the increased demands, responsibility, and complexity of landscaping projects versus property maintenance work.
Example: An employee working in a maintenance capacity at $27.00 per hour could receive a pay differential (e.g., $34.00–$35.00 per hour) when performing Landscape Foreman duties during the active season, depending on the service type and company needs.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Year-round full-time employment
- SIMPLE IRA with 3% Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- Professional Development Assistance
- Tax-free monthly stipends for vehicle, phone, and healthcare expenses
- Real Estate Investor Mentorship and Education
- Networking opportunities with contractors, investors, real estate professionals, and business leaders
- Opportunity to help build and shape a growing division from the ground up
- Significant advancement opportunities as True North Landscape Group expands
Join Us
If you're looking for more than another seasonal landscaping job and want the opportunity to build a long-term career with a growing team of go-getters, we'd love to meet you.
Join True North Landscape Group and help us redefine what a landscaping career can look like!
Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Landscaping: 5 years (Required)
- Leadership (In Landscaping): 2 years (Required)
- Heavy equipment operation: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
