Are you an experience Landscape Labourer? We have a position available immediately. Typically Mondays to Fridays days, with some evenings, and with occasional weekends. Shift times vary. $16 to $18/hr, based on experience.

The Landscape Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks in order to complete grounds maintenance service contracts. The Landscape Maintenance Technician will be required to operate a variety of tools and equipment to carry out specified job tasks.

Job Duties:

• Aid in the loading/unloading of trucks and trailers in the AM and PM
• Cut grass, trim edges, weed and cultivate garden beds, clean up refuse, blow trimmings, fertilize and water turf areas and perform other lawn care duties as directed by Team Leader
• Move and install soil, mulch and plant material to assist with the construction of landscape gardens and related areas
• Operate power equipment including, but not limited to, lawn tractors, lawn mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, sod cutters, chain saws, and snow blowers
• Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment
• Assist Team Leader in other work-related duties including construction projects, shop and yard maintenance, vehicle and equipment maintenance
• Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner

Requirements:

• Minimum one year experience in the landscape/construction industry
• Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
• Effective communication skills – must be able to carry out verbal instructions, read labels and signs, complete simple reports, report progress to Team Leader
• Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices
• Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
• Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasks. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift
• Preference will be given to candidates with a valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, and materials
• Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold
• Flexible working hours including occasional weekend work
• must have CSA approved steel toe boots

Wage: $16 to $18/hr, based on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00-$18.00 per hour

Schedule:

 

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

 

Ability to commute/relocate:

 

• Pelham, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

 

Experience:

 

• Landscape maintenance: 1 year (required)

 

Work Location: In person