30 Jul
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Landscapers By Nature
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Calgary
30 Jul
Landscapers By Nature
Calgary
Company
Landscapers By Nature Ltd. (LBN) is an established leader in the landscape maintenance and snow removal market in Calgary. We deliver premium landscaping and snow removal services to large apartment and townhome communities.
What we do isn’t really what matters. We have a strong focus on building a team with a great culture, we have a lot of fun, we enjoy working hard as a team in a fast‑growing company, and we are always looking for ways to improve.
Why work with LBN?
- Day work only! 6:30 AM earliest start time (many snow companies work nights, not us!)
- Company‑Paid Health & Wellness benefits (including workwear)
- 4‑day work week (Monday to Thursday) in summer
- 4 shop locations in Calgary to help you work closer to home (SE, SW, NE X2)
- Year‑round work – landscaping in summer, snow removal in winter
- 10+ years in business, team of 50, scholarship programs, and monthly gift‑card prize opportunities
- The best team in the city (world?) with a stellar company culture
Overview
The Landscape and Snow Removal Technician is responsible for completing grounds maintenance service contracts. The position holder will operate a variety of tools and equipment to carry out specified job tasks.
Position type: full‑time with seasonal fluctuations – busier during spring/fall, less in the middle of summer and winter. Summer is a 4‑day week (Monday‑Thursday) with occasional Fridays and Saturdays. Winter is on‑call – we work when Mother Nature says we do!
Core Capabilities
- Customer and quality focus
- Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
- Teamwork
- Excellent problem‑solving abilities
- Responsibility and dependability
- Ethics and integrity
Responsibilities
- Aid in the loading/unloading of trucks and trailers in the AM and PM
- Cut grass, trim edges, clean up refuse, blow trimmings, fertilize and water turf areas and perform other lawn‑care duties as directed by crew lead, field supervisor and regional manager
- Move and install soil, mulch and plant material to assist with the construction of landscape gardens and related areas
- Perform weeding and other general garden duties
- Spray and dust areas to control insects and/or weeds
- Snow removal in winter
- Operate power equipment including lawn tractors, lawn mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, sod cutters, chainsaws, and snow blowers
- Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment
- Assist crew leads/field supervisors in other work‑related duties including construction projects, shop and yard maintenance, vehicle and equipment maintenance
- Wear appropriate PPE at all times
- Comply with all company policies and regulations
- Work in accordance with local health and safety laws and regulations
- Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner
Requirements
- Minimum 6 months to 1 year experience in the landscape/construction industry preferred
- Valid, clean Class 5 licence eligible for higher end of pay scale; without a licence up to $22.50
- Capable of operating required equipment and tools safely and responsibly
- Effective communication skills – able to carry out verbal instructions, read labels and signs, complete simple reports, report progress to supervisors
- Time‑management skills
- Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required for various landscape/construction practices
- Ability to work independently with little supervision and as part of a team
- Physical ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods and lift over 50 lbs repeatedly during a shift
- Preference for candidates with a valid driver’s licence and safe driving record
Work Conditions
- Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small‑engine equipment, and materials
- Ability to push, pull and lift a minimum of 50 lbs repeatedly during an entire shift
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced setting
- Requires good manual dexterity
- Excellent stamina required
- Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles regularly
- Work outdoors in various conditions including heat, humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold
- Flexible working hours including occasional weekend work
Equal Employment Opportunity
Landscapers By Nature Ltd. (LBN) is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.
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📌 Landscape Technician / Lead Technician (Calgary)
🏢 Landscapers By Nature
📍 Calgary