Patio Wizards
Hardscape Crew Leader
Full Time • Columbus
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Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
Experienced Paver Foreman / Hardscape Crew Leader
Company: Patio Wizards
Location: Columbus, Ohio & Surrounding Areas
Position: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
Location: Columbus, Ohio & Surrounding Areas
Position: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
About Patio Wizards:
Patio Wizards is a growing Central Ohio company specializing in paver restoration, repairs, and installation. We take pride in delivering exceptional craftsmanship, professional customer service, and high-quality outdoor living spaces.
We are looking for an experienced, dependable, hands-on Paver Foreman who knows the trade, can lead a crew, and takes pride in doing the job right.
This is a leadership position for someone who understands paver systems from the ground up and is comfortable both supervising employees and working alongside them.
Key Responsibilities
1. Paver Cleaning, Sanding & Sealing
- Lead and perform professional paver cleaning, sanding, and sealing projects.
- Operate commercial pressure washing and surface cleaning equipment.
- Properly remove dirt, weeds, moss, and existing joint material.
- Install polymeric sand using proper techniques and manufacturer specifications.
- Apply paver sealers using appropriate equipment and application methods.
- Understand drying times, weather conditions, surface preparation, and product compatibility.
- Identify and prevent common problems such as sealer whitening, hazing, and improper sand installation.
- Ensure a clean, professional finished product.
2. Paver Repairs & Restoration
- Diagnose and repair settling, sinking, and uneven paver surfaces.
- Remove and reinstall existing pavers while preserving the original pattern.
- Properly excavate, compact, and rebuild aggregate base materials.
- Repair failing edges and install proper edge restraints.
- Repair paver walkways, patios, steps, and retaining wall components.
- Correct drainage and grading issues related to paver systems.
- Understand proper pitch, compaction, bedding materials, and installation standards.
- Troubleshoot existing paver systems and recommend appropriate repairs.
3. Paver Patio Installation
- Lead the construction of new paver patios, walkways, and outdoor living spaces.
- Read project layouts, measurements, and installation plans.
- Perform excavation, grading, base preparation, and compaction.
- Install proper aggregate bases and bedding materials.
- Lay pavers accurately while maintaining straight lines, patterns, and elevations.
- Operate saws and cutting equipment to achieve professional finishes.
- Install edging, steps, borders, and related hardscape features.
- Ensure proper drainage and long-term structural integrity.
4. Crew Leadership & Management
- Lead and supervise a field crew on daily projects.
- Assign responsibilities and maintain productivity throughout the day.
- Train crew members in proper installation techniques and equipment operation.
- Set clear expectations for workmanship, safety, and professionalism.
- Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within allocated labor hours.
- Communicate material, equipment, and staffing needs to management.
- Maintain a positive, accountable, team-oriented work environment.
- Lead by example and work alongside the crew when needed.
5. Jobsite & Customer Management
- Review daily project expectations before beginning work.
- Communicate professionally with homeowners.
- Protect landscaping, structures, and surrounding property.
- Maintain organized, clean, and safe jobsites.
- Perform final quality inspections before leaving each project.
- Document project progress and report unexpected conditions.
- Communicate job completion and any customer concerns to management.
Required Qualifications
- 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in paver installation, repair, restoration, or related hardscape construction.
- Previous experience leading or supervising a field crew.
- Strong knowledge of paver base preparation, compaction, grading, and drainage.
- Experience with paver cleaning, polymeric sanding, and sealing.
- Ability to diagnose and repair existing paver systems.
- Experience operating compactors, saws, pressure washers, and other hardscape equipment.
- Ability to read measurements, calculate material needs, and follow project plans.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record for assigned driving duties.
- Dependable transportation and consistent attendance.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to perform physically demanding construction work.
- Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, with assistance or equipment for heavier loads.
- Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday.
- Ability to safely operate construction tools and equipment.
Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals to perform essential job functions.
What We're Looking For
Our ideal candidate:
- Takes ownership of every project.
- Has high standards for craftsmanship and attention to detail.
- Knows how to lead people without constant supervision.
- Can solve problems in the field.
- Understands that efficiency and quality must go together.
- Treats customers and their property with respect.
- Is reliable, organized, and accountable.
- Wants to grow with a company and take on greater responsibility.
Why Join Patio Wizards?
Patio Wizards is focused on building a strong, professional team as we continue growing throughout Central Ohio.
We're looking for someone who wants more than just another construction job. We want a leader who takes pride in the trade, develops other crew members, and helps build a company known for excellent work.
If you have experience leading paver installation and restoration crews, we'd like to hear from you.
Compensation: $25.00 - $35.00 per week
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