Overview Languages English Education
• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment
• Outdoors
• Dangerous
• At heights
• Hot Responsibilities Tasks
• Direct planting of trees, gardens and lawns
• Hire, supervise and schedule staff
• Organize planting of trees, gardens and lawns
• Resolve work problems by providing technical advice to increase the value and functionality of a property
• Schedule events, programs and activities
• Schedule work
• Plan and direct grounds maintenance
• Plan and estimate labour and materials
• Organize and direct construction of decks and decorative or retaining walls
• Plan, manage and supervise landscape construction work
• Maintain work records and logs
• Tender and administer contracts
• Read blueprints and drawings
• Repair and maintain equipment
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Supervise nursery and greenhouse workers
• Establish work schedules and procedures Supervision
• 16-20 people Experience and specialization Equipment and machinery experience
• Backhoe
• Chain saw
• Forklift
• Front end loader
• Pick-up truck
• Small engine equipment
• Sod cutter
• Tractor
• Tractor mower
• Skidsteer Area of specialization
• Interior landscaping
• Lawn care
• Tree service
• Grounds maintenance
• Design
• Landscape construction
• Garden centre
• Nursery or greenhouse Additional information Security and safety
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check Transportation/travel information
• Valid driver's licence
• Vehicle supplied by employer Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Fast-paced workplace
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Large workload Own tools/equipment
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves
• Safety vest Personal suitability
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Team player
• Flexibility Benefits Health benefits
• Health care plan Financial benefits
• Group insurance benefits Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for newcomers and refugees
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees Support for Indigenous people
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people