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Ecological Landscape Install Crew Lead
*Candidates with similar job titles are encouraged to apply: Foreman, site supervisor, landscape construction manager, landscape & irrigation specialist, lead crew supervisor
About Mariposa Gardening & Design Cooperative: We are a Bay Area landscape design and build company committed to restoring ecologically sound outdoor spaces in urban areas. In every garden, we see a unique opportunity to reconnect a space with its natural systems. We fuse art and ecology into the landscape, bringing beauty to the practice of sustainability.
About the role: The Ecological Crew Leader (CL) is responsible for co-managing the Mariposa Installation Crew and overseeing the successful delivery of our garden installation projects. This role will be working with the support of the Project Manager and Designer. Reporting under the Founder/General Manager, the Crew Leader will work to ensure projects are delivered to Mariposa standards of excellence in craftsmanship while prioritizing safety, timeliness, and adherence to the given budget and design.
We’re Looking For Someone With:
- Dedication to sustainability: Shows a commitment to promoting sustainable practices in all aspects of their work and is dedicated to minimizing the environmental impact of their actions.
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion: Creates a safe and inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and fosters acceptance, including for gender-expansive individuals.
- Love of learning: Embraces a growth mindset, continuously seeking to learn and understand new approaches and methods.
- Strong leadership: Possesses strong leadership qualities, including the ability to set clear goals, lead by example, and inspire and motivate others.
- Strong sense of teamwork: Possesses a collaborative mindset and is eager to work alongside others to achieve common goals.
- Passion for art and nature: Demonstrates a love and appreciation for the beauty of nature, and the integration of natural and artistic elements into projects.
Responsibilities, Qualifications & Benefits
Responsibilities:
- Ensure the ecological aspect of Mariposa is at the heart of all installations.
- Oversee the daily construction process of our garden installations, including the installation crew(s) and the care of all tools and equipment for the installation department.
- Provide progress reports to manager meetings.
- Demonstrate the ability to fix and prioritize unexpected problems in the field.
- Conduct technical training on irrigation, flagstone setting, hand grading, carpentry, and plant health maintenance.
- Mobilize and organize job sites, establish where all tools and deliveries go, and keep them organized throughout the project.
- Open and close the site every day to ensure there is an organized workflow and the tools are secure and protected from the weather.
- Guide the team on tasks related to the installation, build team morale, and conduct regular employee reviews.
- Take care of plants from the time they are delivered to the site until they are installed.
- Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA and enforce rules and regulations to keep the job site safe, healthy, and clean by leading weekly "tailgate" safety meetings.
- Be able to lead diversity training skills and hold a safe workspace devoid of sexual harassment, harassment, bigotry, or racism.
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years Crew Leading experience in landscape construction, ecological landscaping and irrigation
- Able to lift 30-50 lbs on a semi-regular basis
- Experience and skills in irrigation, flagstone setting, hand grading, following construction documents, and plant health maintenance.
- Experience in project management. Ability to lead a team, prioritize tasks, and maintain team motivation.
- Strong communication skills and client-oriented mindset.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards.
- Commitment to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.
- Valid CA driver’s license
- A smartphone
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience and skills in advanced stonework, advanced carpentry, general contracting, pond building expertise, rainwater harvesting, rainwater harvesting, and greywater systems.
Compensation, Benefits And Perks:
- The hourly pay rate for this role is $28-$48.
- Accrued sick and PTO
- Opportunity to co-own in profitable business
- Opportunity to expand skill sets
- Matching IRA
- Health and Wellness stipend
At Mariposa, our mission is to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, including our employees. We’re taking on the most exciting challenges of our working lives, and we succeed with a team that represents an inclusive and diverse set of identities and backgrounds. We honor equity and welcome all to apply!
