Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 hours per week
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
or equivalent experience

Work site environment

OutdoorsDangerousHotCold/refrigerated

Tasks

Direct planting of trees, gardens and lawnsHire, supervise and schedule staffOrganize planting of trees, gardens and lawnsResolve work problems by providing technical advice to increase the value and functionality of a propertySchedule events, programs and activitiesSchedule workPlan and direct grounds maintenancePlan and estimate labour and materialsOrganize and direct construction of decks and decorative or retaining wallsPlan, manage and supervise landscape construction workMaintain work records and logsTender and administer contractsRead blueprints and drawingsRepair and maintain equipmentRequisition or order materials, equipment and suppliesResolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product qualitySupervise nursery and greenhouse workers

Supervision

5-10 people

Equipment and machinery experience

BackhoeChain sawForkliftFront end loaderPick-up truckSmall engine equipmentSod cutterTractorTractor mowerSkidsteer

Area of work experience

Snow removal

Area of specialization

Interior landscapingLawn careTree serviceGrounds maintenanceDesignLandscape constructionGarden centreNursery or greenhouse

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licenceDrive manual transmission vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environmentWork under pressureTight deadlinesHandling heavy loadsPhysically demandingManual dexterityAttention to detailAbility to distinguish between coloursCombination of sitting, standing, walkingStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneelingLarge workload

Own tools/equipment

Steel-toed safety bootsGlovesSafety vest

Personal suitability

Client focusExcellent oral communicationInitiativeJudgementTeam playerFlexibility

Blue Jay Irrigation

Open Positions

landscaping supervisor