About the Role

Mow-Town, a program of Rainbows End Community Development Corporation (RECDC), is looking for a hands-on Assistant Landscape Manager to help lead our landscaping crews across Hamilton and Burlington. This is a working leadership role — you'll spend about 90% of your time in the field, leading crews, training staff, and making sure every job meets our quality standards.

If you're an experienced landscaper who's ready to step into a leadership role, mentor a team, and take ownership of day-to- day field operations, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Field Operations

- Lead and take part in daily landscaping and seasonal work, including landscape construction, interlock and retaining walls, irrigation installation, tree trimming and planting, deck work, lawn maintenance, clean-ups, and snow removal
- Work alongside crews on-site, providing hands-on leadership and completing tasks assigned by the Landscape Manager(LM)
- Ensure work meets company quality standards and project timelines, monitoring productivity and adjusting workflow as needed
- Safely operate and oversee equipment including skid steers, mini excavators, compactors, chainsaws, ladders, and related tools
- Read and follow landscape plans, and assist the LM in preparing construction layouts and project plans

Team Supervision &Support;

- Provide daily supervision and direction to landscaping crews
- Train, mentor, and support team members while working alongside them
- Foster a respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment
- Help identify and develop future team leaders, and provide performance feedback to the LM

Scheduling & Coordination

- Help prepare weekly schedules, assign crews, and communicate job expectations
- Support operational adjustments related to weather, staffing, or project priorities

Customer Service

- Maintain professional, courteous communication with customers
- Respond to questions or concerns promptly, help resolve service issues,



and act on behalf of the LM when needed

Administration & Reporting

- Assist with estimates, job instructions, and basic quotations
- Keep accurate job documentation (labour tracking, materials used, site notes) and organized records via Google Drive and spreadsheets
- Support billing by submitting job information to the Office Manager, and provide updates to the LM and Executive Director

Health & Safety

- Ensure all work is performed to health and safety standards, and model protected practices at all times
- Report incidents, hazards, and injuries promptly
- Keep tools, equipment, and vehicles properly maintained and safe to operate

Training & Business Support

- Help develop and deliver training on tools, equipment, and landscape construction techniques
- Support business development through site visits, client communication, and quote preparation

What We're Looking For

- Previous experience in landscaping or landscape construction, ideally in a lead or supervisory capacity
- Comfortable and safe operating equipment such as skid steers, mini excavators, and compactors
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and motivate a team
- Ability to read and interpret landscape plans and construction layouts
- Organized, with experience keeping job records (Google Drive/spreadsheets an asset)
- A valid, clean driver's license is a must
- A reliable, safety-first mindset and willingness to work outdoors in all seasons

Why Join Us

- Be part of a mission-driven organization that supports the community
- Take on real leadership responsibility and grow your career in the trades
- Work alongside a supportive team that values respect, mentorship, and safety

How to Apply Send your resume to [email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $25.00-$27.00 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Landscaping Manager (Canada)
🏢 Rainbows End Community Development
📍 Canada