Landscape Construction Labourer

Ghent Landscape; Petersburg; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits after probationary term

RRSP matching

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Ghent Landscape is seeking reliable Landscape Construction Labourers to join the team and contribute to residential and commercial projects.

This role involves hardscaping, planting, site preparation, and following design plans. The ideal candidate is physically fit, safety-conscious, and able to work well in a crew under varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Physically fit to perform outdoor landscape tasks.
• Team-oriented and dependable with a positive attitude.
• Punctual and reliable for site shifts and deadlines.
• Safety-conscious with ability to follow training and procedures.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction of retaining walls, interlocking patios, excavations and other landscape hardscaping tasks.
• Follow landscape plans to lay sod, spread mulch, and plant trees/shrubs/flowers.
• Perform general labour duties to support crew productivity and site cleanup.
• Maintain professional demeanor with clients and coworkers.
• Communicate with Foreman to meet project goals and satisfaction.
• Adhere to health and safety training and reporting requirements.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and manage transport to sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project completion.

Skills

Physically fit

Team-oriented

Punctual

Dependable

Safety-conscious

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Small construction equipment

Job description

Ghent Landscape is looking for reliable and hardworking Landscape Construction Labourers to join our team!

This position plays a key role in the installation and maintenance of landscape construction projects, including hardscaping, planting, and site preparation. The ideal candidate is physically fit, safety-conscious, and able to work effectively in a team environment under various weather conditions.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with the construction of retaining walls, interlocking patios, excavations, and other residential/commercial landscape hardscaping or earthworks projects.
• Follow landscape design plans to accurately lay sod, spread mulch, and plant trees, shrubs or flowers.
• Perform general labour duties as required to support crew productivity, including material handling, site preparation and cleanup, hand digging, grading, raking, and assisting with hardscape and softscape installations.
• Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with clients and coworkers.
• Communicate with the Foreman to ensure project goals are met and job satisfaction is achieved.
• Adhere to company health and safety training and ensure all reporting requirements are completed.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, maintaining efficiency and productivity.
• Responsible for your own transportation to and from job sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the team's success and project completion.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in landscape construction or general labour is an asset.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and small construction equipment.
• Physically fit and capable of lifting heavy materials and working long hours outdoors.
• Positive attitude, team-oriented, and dependable.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites.
• Must be punctual and personable.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $20-$24/hour depending on experience
• Group benefits available after probationary period
• RRSP matching available for 1 year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

If you have some landscape construction experience, enjoy hands-on work, and are looking for an opportunity to learn, develop your skills, and grow within the industry, we'd love to hear from you.

Due to continued company growth and an expanding project pipeline, we are adding new positions to our landscape construction crews.

Ghent Landscape is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to recruit and select applicants for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications, with emphasis on selecting the best-qualified person for the job. Ghent Landscape does not discriminate against applicants based on race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, or disability, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial, or local law. If accommodation is required during the application or interview process, please contact 519-581-7113.