JOB OPPORTUNITY

Core Capabilities:

• Customer and quality focus

• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)

• Teamwork – it’s what supports our “Dream Team”

• Excellent problem-solving abilities

• Responsibility and dependability

• Ethics and integrity

• Ability to train team members

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Job Duties:

• Manage the execution of a variety of plant installation projects which includes planning labour and equipment requirements, material deliveries and timing to ensure completion of project(s) within deadlines

• Assist in the preparation of jobsites prior to the beginning of a project

• Supervise, coordinate and delegate the day-to-day work activities of a garden maintenance crew of 2 to 3

  employees

• Participate in recruitment activities for our Dream Team, by assisting in interviews with potential job

  candidates

• Conduct on-site orientations with new employees and employees in new positions (covers all company

  health and safety policies, practices, and procedures) along with continued employee training

• Operate various tools and equipment, including: some heavy equipment, leaf blowers, edgers, laser levels,

  measurement equipment, pruning equipment, hand saws, shovels, rakes, pickaxes, hammers,

  wheelbarrows etc.

• Assist in the construction of water features, walkways, patios, walls, steps, etc. when required

• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting daily inspections, lubricating,

  and cleaning

• Read and interpret blueprints, planting plans, and specifications to delegate/complete work activities

• Meet with subcontractors and supervise quality, efficiency, and deadlines

• Complete and submit all required paperwork daily, including crew daily forms, attendance tracking, time

  and materials billing summaries, etc.

• Ensure employees comply with all company policies and regulations, including appropriate PPE along with

  local health and safety laws/regulations on project sites and the shop/yard

• Maintain and enforce standards of cleanliness and organization in assigned trucks, trailers, equipment,

  jobsites, and shop/yard areas

• Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner

• Continued training opportunities to grow a career

  Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

• Horticulture training is an asset

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the landscape horticulture industry

• Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner

• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)

• Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines

• Time management skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

• Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape

  maintenance practices

• Speak, read, and write English

• Carry and use a smart phone or data-enabled device for communication and reporting

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Work Conditions:

• Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, heavy equipment, and materials

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent stamina is required

• Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis

• Work outdoors in various conditions including extreme heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold

• Seasonal (April to December), full-time (Monday to Friday, 40-50 working hours including occasional

  weekend work).

Pay: $22-$26/hour based on experience.