Landscaping Superintendent Jobs in San Jose, CA

A Landscaping Superintendent is a managerial role in the landscaping industry that oversees all aspects of landscape design and maintenance projects. Their core responsibilities include coordinating and managing teams of landscapers, ensuring work is done efficiently and up to standard, creating and implementing project plans, maintaining safety standards, and dealing with clients and suppliers. This role also involves budgeting, scheduling, and raw materials procurement. They are responsible for troubleshooting any problems that arise in the projects and ensuring that the final work meets the client's expectations and industry standards.

Important skills for this role include leadership, project management, communication, problem-solving, and a strong understanding of landscape design. Being knowledgeable about plant species, turf management, irrigation systems, and pest management is essential. They should also be familiar with landscaping software. Certifications such as Certified Landscape Technician (CLT) and Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Landscaping Superintendent, an individual might have roles such as Landscape Technician, Landscape Designer, or Landscape Project Manager.

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Lead Groundsworker

  • San Jose, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 14 days ago

, and where required, planting trees, shrubs, and other vegetation areas, maintaining storm water runoff landscape zones to ensure proper operation, ensures all turf/lawns/plants are properly cared...

Superintendent

  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Monitor and manage irrigation systems for optimal water usage and turf health. Oversee mowing, aerification, topdressing, and other cultural practices to maintain course conditions....

Foreman

  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Company Locations: Santa Cruz, CA Additional Locations: N/A Work Site: On Site Req ID: 210070 Compensation Data 45.76 - 47.90 Job Duties Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in performing all aspects of tree pruning...

Assistant Superintendent

  • Moffett Field, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Moffett Field, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to: Mechanic, Environmental Technician, Equipment Operator, Foreman, Greenskeeper, and Irrigation Technician....

Landscape Construction Foreman - Union

  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Heres what youd do: A Landscape Construction Foreman will be responsible for managing the installation of upgrades for commercial landscape maintenance accounts....

2nd Assistant Superintendent

  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

The responsibilities include: turf grass/plant material maintenance programs, property/asset management, personnel management, scheduling/maintenance of irrigation systems, pesticide applications, related...

Landscape Paver Foreman

  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Position at BrightView Landscape Development At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a...

Yard Supervisor Substitute

  • San Jose, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Comments and Other Information Thank you for your interest in applying for our district. We will be in touch if we need more information.

Landscape Construction Foreman - Union

  • Milpitas, CA (6 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (6 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Type: Union Project JWe are a commercial landscape services company, providing maintenance, irrigation, arbor, and construction installation services to a wide range of clients including corporate...

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Salary for Landscaping Superintendent Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscaping Superintendent positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscaping Superintendents in San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.2%
High School or GED
28.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.0%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Master's Degree
7.2%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Landscaping Superintendents in San Jose, CA
2-4 years
28.1%
4-6 years
25.9%
Less than 1 year
18.7%
1-2 years
10.6%
None
8.4%
6-8 years
8.2%


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