Company Profile

Ginkgo Sustainability is a leading green roof contractor in south-western Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) specializing in institutional, commercial and multi-residential projects. Our high standards attract demanding clients and excellent staff, and our culture fosters pride in workmanship and attention to detail.

Green Roof Maintenance Technician A Green Roof Maintenance Technician maintains green roofs in and around the GTA. The Green Roof Maintenance Technician is expected to:

- distinguish between different plant varieties for weeding and propagation purposes;
- have rudimentary knowledge of biological plant systems for disease and stress identification;
- perform minor repairs to green roof systems when required;
- implement a variety of horticultural practices (weeding, mulching, trimming, fertilizing, etc.) based on site needs;
- evaluate the specific needs of each site and determine action-plans required;
- communicate often and openly about any problems or concerns that arise during maintenance visits to keep management current with the status/health of the managed sites;
- interact with all clients/site supervisors in an affable, respectful, and professional manner, and listen to any concerns or ideas clients have about the state of a site and communicate these concerns to management; and
- fill out daily timesheets and maintenance reports.

Skills and Requirements The successful applicant will:

- be a mature, reliable, trustworthy, respectful, highly motivated and extremely organized self-starter with strong communication skills who works well independently as well as part of a team;




- have a flexible schedule and be willing to work early and/or extended hours;
- be able to handle repetitive tasks for extended periods of time;
- be physically fit and able to perform heavy-lifting when required;
- have an excellent work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a proficient understanding of computers/technology;
- hold a valid Ontario G Class Driver's Licence with a clean driving record; and,
- be comfortable working at heights.

Additional Information

- Ginkgo Sustainability is a full-weather company; individuals should expect to be at work in all seasonal conditions, depending on the severity.
- Landscaping and/or horticultural experience/training is an asset.
- This position is seasonal (from May to the end of November) with the opportunity for re-hire in future seasons.

Compensation

Compensation will be determined based on qualifications including experience, training, and education. The wage range for this position is $23.00 to $25.00 per hour.

How to Apply

- Please submit your cover letter and résumé by e-mail to Ginkgo Sustainability.
- We thank all candidates for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
- For more information about Ginkgo Sustainability, and to view our featured projects, visit our website at www.ginkgosustainability.com.

Job Types: Full time, Seasonal

Pay: $23.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Etobicoke, ON M8Z 2R4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:
- English (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Landscape Technician (Green Roofs) (Etobicoke)
🏢 Ginkgo Sustainability
📍 Etobicoke