About the Role
Shovels And Barrow Landscaping Construction is looking for a reliable and motivated Landscape Construction Labourer to join our team. This is a full-time, hands-on position involving landscape construction during the spring and summer and snow removal during the winter.

Pay: $22.00–$26.50 per hour, based on experience and skills.

We are looking for someone who wants to develop their skills and take on increasing responsibility. Strong performers have opportunities for increased compensation and advancement.

Requirements

- Minimum 2 years of landscape construction experience.
- Experience with sod, mulch, pavers, retaining walls, grading, and general landscape construction.
- Good understanding of grades, elevations, depths, slopes, widths, levels, measurements, and finished surfaces.
- Ability to understand what needs to be done and perform work accurately rather than simply following instructions.
- Bobcat/skid steer experience is preferred but not required. We will train the right candidate.
- Reliable personal transportation. Many job sites are not accessible by public transit.
- Own basic PPE, including steel-toe boots and work gloves.
- Willingness to work outdoors in changing weather conditions.
- Robust work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to learn.

Landscape Construction Responsibilities

- Provide the primary labour for landscape construction projects, including digging, excavation, material handling, surface preparation, grading, and installation.
- Prepare surfaces for pavers, retaining walls, patios, walkways, and other landscape projects using hand tools and Bobcat/skid steer equipment.
- Finish-grade dirt, clay, screened loam, and road crush by hand to achieve the required elevations, depths, widths, slopes, and finished levels.
- Install edging, landscape fabric, mulch, decorative rock, and other landscape materials.
- Assist with the construction and installation of landscapes and hardscapes.
- Load, unload, move, and place materials from trucks and trailers.
- Maintain clean and organized job sites, tools, and equipment.
- Perform basic equipment maintenance,



including greasing machines and checking/filling fuel.

Snow Removal Responsibilities

During the winter season, the position transitions to snow removal work, including:

- Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, pathways, and other areas using shovels, sweepers, and Bobcat/skid steer equipment.
- Work safely and efficiently during snow events and winter conditions.
- Follow assigned routes and priorities and complete work within required timelines.

Landscaping Season — Schedule

- Full-time work, normally 40 hours per week.
- Normal start time can be as early as 7:00 a.m., with work extending into the evening when required.
- Weekend work may be required depending on project schedules, weather, and workload.
- Workdays and days off may change from week to week. Weekend work may be followed by a weekday off.
- Additional hours may be required when weather or project deadlines affect the schedule.

Snow Removal Season — Schedule & Compensation

Snow removal is weather-dependent, so work hours and schedules may vary from week to week. Employees must be flexible and available for early-morning, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday work when snowfall requires it.

- Be available to work during snow events, including overnight and early-morning operations.
- Be prepared to work extended hours during significant snowfalls.
- Remain responsive and available during periods of expected or ongoing snowfall.
- Understand that schedules may change with little notice based on snowfall, weather conditions, customer requirements, and operational needs.
- Additional hours may be available during periods of significant snowfall and increased demand.
- Have reliable personal transportation and be able to report to job sites reliably in winter conditions.





Performance and Growth

We regularly evaluate employees based on:

- Quality and productivity of work
- Understanding of landscape construction
- Ability to learn and improve
- Reliability and attitude
- Safety and care of equipment

Employees who demonstrate strong skills, reliability, and leadership can take on greater responsibility and receive increased compensation.

To Apply

Please apply through Indeed with your resume and a brief description of your landscape construction experience.

Application Questions

- Tell us about your landscape construction experience. What types of projects have you worked on, and what tasks can you perform independently?
- How would you rate your current Bobcat/skid steer operating ability from 0 to 10?
- This position requires you to become proficient with a Bobcat S70/463 within your first month. Are you willing and able to learn to operate this equipment to the required standard?
- How recently have you worked in landscape construction, and what company or type of projects did you work on?
- Do you have a valid driver's licence and reliable personal transportation? Some job sites are not accessible by public transit.

Pay: $22.00-$26.50 per hour

Application question(s):

- Tell us about your landscaping experience. What types of work have you done, what skills and knowledge do you have, and what landscaping tasks are you confident doing independently?
- On a scale of 0 to 10, what might be your skill level with Bobcat S70/463?
- This position requires you to become proficient in operating a Bobcat S70/463 within your first month. Are you willing to learn, and do you feel confident that you can become proficient within that timeframe?
- How recent is your landscape construction experience and in which company (Calgary or Canadian)?
- Do you have your own personal transportation, like a Car with insurance, and drivers license? Many of your sites are not accessible by transit or is too far.

Experience:

- Landscape Construction: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Landscape Construction Labourer and Snow Removal Operator (Calgary)
🏢 Shovels and Barrow Landscape Construction
📍 Calgary