Landscape Maintenance Manager

*Location:* Throughout Bay area, with office located in Oakland*Schedule: *Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm.*Benefits:* Benefits for full-time employees include: Health insurance, 401(k) plan with employer matching, FSA & Dependent Care plan, Audiobook reimbursement, Paid vacation, access to company vehicle and mileage reimbursement when needed. *Compensation: *$80,000 - $100,000/year*Status*: Full time, exempt*About Farmscape*:Farmscape is the largest urban farming company in California, with a commitment to creating food-focused, climate-resilient landscapes. Since 2008, we have designed, installed and maintained hundreds of customized gardens as beautiful as they are abundant.*Job Responsibilities:*_*Crew Management & Training*_* Support ~9 farm and landscape maintenance employees in day to day operations of job* Use Google Suite and CRM systems to manage department logistics - drive, calendar, chat, docs, spreadsheets* Manage garden and landscape maintenance routes and schedules* Make quality-control visits to gardens and sites with and without farmers* Order and maintain Department inventory* Coordinate spring and fall planting logistics across all landscape maintenance sites* Work with management and staff to improve systems and guidelines* Personnel management (hiring, reviews, vacation coverage)* Design and lead training for new staff on landscape maintenance practices, farming, perennial care, irrigation, customer service and Farmscape procedures* Identify opportunities for increased team performance, efficiency, and job satisfaction_*Client Management and Customer Service*_* Keep portfolio of ~50 landscape maintenance projects (residential, corporate and multi-family sites) on-time and at-budget* Maintain good customer relationships, both in-person and via phone/email and resolve customer service concerns* Represent Farmscape services with professionalism and excellent customer service_*Other*_* Coordinate with other landscape design and install departments as needed* Attend staff, service, and training meetings as required* Additional tasks, as assigned by your manager* Drive between project sites and supply vendors (valid driver’s license required)*Qualifications:** 5+ years landscape experience* Extensive experience with edibles, perennial and native landscapes* 3+ year(s) personnel/team management experience* 3+ years of irrigation experience* Expert knowledge of spreadsheets and Google Suite apps* Ability to learn and adapt to Farmscape best practices* Friendly and clear communicator* Organizational skills and attention to detail a must* Curiosity, resourcefulness, tenacity and strong work ethic are required* Valid driver’s license & proof of insurance*Physical Demands: ** Ability to lift 50lbs* Ability to perform manual work, lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time* Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in various weather conditions*To Apply*:Please send resume. NO CALLS PLEASE.*Fair Chance Statement: *Farmscape complies with the San Francisco, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). We will not inquire about or consider your criminal history until after a conditional offer has been extended. If a background check reveals a conviction that we believe may be directly related to the duties of this position, we will:* Provide a written individualized assessment,* Include a copy of the background check, and* Give you at least five (5) business days to respond with relevant information or documentation.A past conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment. We review each case individually and consider time passed, relevance to job duties, and any evidence of rehabilitation._*Equal Employment Opportunity: *__Farmscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected category.__*Reasonable Accommodation Notice: *__Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact ._Job Type: Full-timePay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Paid time off* Retirement plan* Vision insurancePeople with a criminal record are encouraged to applyApplication Question(s):* Describe your experience managing landscape sites and teams.Experience:* Landscaping: 5 years (Required)* Team management: 3 years (Required)License/Certification:* Driver's License (Required)Ability to Commute:* Oakland, CA 94606 (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-08-12