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About us

Hardland Landscape & Design is a fast growing business in Thunder Bay, ON. Our goal is to offer a complete design-build service specializing in hardscaping and softscaping by combining high-end landscaping services to create an elegant, well designed landscape.

We are looking to hire a new landscape apprentice to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to installing various types of landscape items such as sod, pavers, artificial turf, shrubbery, fencing, decking, retaining walls etc. The ideal candidate will have experience with various landscaping tools, and proficiency in the operation of power equipment, be physically fit, able to lift heavy objects, and have a robust work ethic. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to gain experience in the landscaping industry.

Responsibilities:

· Building green spaces by installing lawns, walk ways, paver stone driveways, retaining walls, recreational areas, gardens and other outdoor areas.

· Perform general maintenance of landscaping equipment.

· Remove debris from outdoor areas.

· Manually load and unload various types of materials

· Assist in all other duties assigned

· Planting of shrubs, trees, garden beds and maintaining the beds and lawns

· Operate various tools and equipment, such as : plate compactors, concrete saw, masonry saw, chainsaws, jackhammers,



laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, hammers, drills, etc.

· Experience in the operation of a skid steer, a mini excavator would be considered an asset

Ideally candidates have their own transportation . A Class G license is preferred , with a successful driving record in order to drive company vehicles.

Work hours can be greater than 10 hours in day, and can require weekend work, as this industry is dependent on weather and timely completion of jobs , hours can be varied.

Work period could extend past 6 months.

Job Type: SeasonalContract length: 6 months

Pay: $18.00-$27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 60 per week

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Describe in detail your experience in working with power tools and equipment? List the equipment and provide examples of tasks completed. Any experience with operating a skid steer, and or a mini excavator?

Education:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

- Landscape maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
- Skilled Labor: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class G Licence (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Landscape and Hardscape Apprentice (Thunder Bay)
🏢 Hardland Landscape & Design
📍 Thunder Bay