Explore a Career with Lakes Area Landscaping

We are a family-owned business that has been beautifying lake properties in the Detroit Lakes, Pelican Rapids, Cormorant, and Dunvilla areas since 1998. Lakes Area Landscaping specializes in landscape design and installation, irrigation systems, retaining walls, shoreline restoration, lawn care, snow removal, and more! Our staff of seasoned professionals take pride in their work and strive to make our customers 100% satisfied. Lakes Area Landscaping is ICPI Certified and Borgert Block Company Certified.

Foreman Requirements:

As the leader of a work crew, the foreman must be able to communicate effectively.You must have good people skills to work with the crew, supervisors and homeowners.

Job Duties:

Foremen must have strong organizational and time-management skills; the ability to follow directions; and good record-keeping skills to manage materials and expenses. Mechanical skills are necessary to make simple repairs.You must have at least two years experience in landscape industry or similar.

Operate various tools and equipment, including: heavy equipment, chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, hammers, drills, etc.

Assist in the construction of walkways, fences, decks, posts, etc.

Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting inspections, lubricating, and cleaning on a daily basis