Lead Landscape

Under the direction of the Supervisor Landscape, the Lead Landscape - TGO will maintain the integrity of the department by ensuring all Landscape team members are properly trained and that all safety standards are strictly adhered to while maintaining all enterprise properties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Supports landscaping, tasks across Enterprise properties as needed, performing duties from various landscaping roles.
2.    Operates and trains others on equipment like tractors, tools, and mowers to complete tasks safely and effectively.
3.    Leads and mentors team members in landscape repairs, upkeep, and erosion control, following proper standards.
4.    Guides and monitors staff, checking work quality and schedules, and offering daily feedback.
5.    Prioritizes projects and assigns work tasks to Landscaper, TGO; assists with projects as needed.
6.    Restores and maintains the land integrity of the Tribal Reservation and San Manuel Properties through the removal of debris and waste, ensuring a clean, safe and well-kept environment.
7.    Provides on-call availability in response to emergencies, natural disasters, or scheduled events.
8.    Performs basic maintenance duties while maintaining cleanliness and functionality of all maintenance vehicles.
9.    Ensures shop areas and assigned vehicles remain clean, orderly, and ready for daily operations.

10.    Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

 EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED required. 

• Minimum two (2) years of related experience working in a  landscape environment required. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, team members, and vendors.

• Must be able to troubleshoot issues related to plant health, irrigation, or site conditions.

• Knowledge of plant species, soil types, irrigation systems, and seasonal planting required.

• Knowledge of landscaping tools and machinery, including mowers, trimmers, and irrigation systems required.

• Must be able to adjust plans and workflows based on weather, client feedback, or unforeseen challenges.

• Must be able to safely operate, maneuver, and transport landscape and construction equipment in various work environments and climates.

• Must be able to demonstrate good judgment skills in all areas within their scope of responsibility.

• This position may require one to work and travel between various locations throughout the enterprise. 

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.

• Authorized Driver: Role requires operation or driving of Tribe-owned vehicles or driving patron vehicles. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS – ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Primary work environment is in an outdoor environment; employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions such as rain, wind, cold, and hot climates. 

• Work requires travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences. 

• Incumbents may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts. 

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment. 

• Strength sufficient to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally. 

• Sedentary work: involves sitting most of the time. Constantly operates a computer and other 

• office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. 

• Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. 

• Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person, via videoconference and over the telephone.