Join our dynamic Hardscape team at Higher Ground, where you will play a vital role in bringing outdoor visions to life! This energetic position combines skilled driving with hands-on construction work, ensuring projects are completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards. You’ll be responsible for transporting materials and equipment to job sites while assisting with various interlock and landscape construction tasks.
If you thrive in a rapid-paced environment, love working outdoors, and possess a passion for craftsmanship, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in landscape construction!
Responsibilities
- Safely operate heavy equipment (with training) and trucks and trailers to transport materials, tools, and supplies to various job sites.
- Assist with landscape installation tasks including interlock and step systems.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and construction plans to support project execution.
- Use hand tools and power tools for tasks such as cutting brick and compacting native soil and granulars.
- Follow safety protocols diligently while driving a truck and trailer and handling materials; maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Qualifications
- .AR or D driver's license (or better) is required for this position.
- Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment operation.
- Experience in hardscape construction, including patios, step systems, retaining walls.
- Ability to read technical drawings such as schematics or construction plans accurately.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; experience operating large trucks or specialized equipment preferred.
- Strong physical stamina; able to lift heavy materials and perform manual labor outdoors in various weather conditions.
Join us to build beautiful outdoor spaces while advancing your skills in a lively team environment! We’re committed to providing paid positions that foster growth and development—your expertise will help shape inspiring landscapes for our clients! Pay: $26.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Almonte, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- D or AR License (required)