- 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