- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week
- Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
- Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Work site environment
Outdoors
Work setting
Relocation costs not covered by employerWilling to relocateResidential
Tasks
Organize planting of trees, gardens and lawnsResolve work problems by providing technical advice to increase the value and functionality of a propertyPlan and direct grounds maintenancePlan and estimate labour and materialsPlan, manage and supervise landscape construction workRepair and maintain equipmentResolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product qualitySupervise staffManage landscaping projectsMaintain inventory of suppliesEstablish work schedulesCut grassMaintain clean and safe work environmentTrain staff/workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policiesTrim trees to achieve the desired pruning objective such as crown cleaning, thinning, raising, reduction, restoration, espalier pruning, vista pruning
Supervision
1 to 2 people
Type of product
Power tools
Equipment and machinery experience
Chain sawPick-up truckSmall engine equipmentLawn mowersHand toolsFertilizer applicator
Area of specialization
Lawn careGrounds maintenanceDesign
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licenceVehicle supplied by employer
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environmentWork under pressureTight deadlinesHandling heavy loadsPhysically demandingAttention to detailCombination of sitting, standing, walkingStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
Client focusInitiativeTeam playerFlexibilityReliabilityLeadership
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?Are you willing to relocate for this position?Do you have experience working in this field?Do you live near the job location?Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?
Employment terms options
Day
Workplace information
On the road job
Other benefits
Transportation provided by employer