About this role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Outdoors. 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. Read blueprints and drawings. Repair and maintain equipment. Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality. Supervision: 1 to 2 people. Equipment and machinery experience: Chain saw. Forklift. Front end loader. Pick-up truck. Small engine equipment. Sod cutter. Tractor mower. Area of work experience: Snow removal. Area of specialization: Lawn care. Grounds maintenance. Landscape construction. Security and safety: Basic security clearance. Criminal record check. Driver's validity licence check. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Vehicle supplied by employer. Drive manual transmission vehicle. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. 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. Personal suitability: Client focus. Excellent oral communication. Initiative. Judgement. Team player. Flexibility. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Experience: 5 years or more. Employment terms options: Day. Weekend. Workplace information: On the road job.