Landscape Foreperson – Horticultural Crew

Oakridge Landscape Contractors; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in landscaping is seeking a dedicated Landscape Foreperson to lead a horticultural crew. In this role, you'll manage daily operations, ensuring quality and efficiency in various landscaping projects. Your expertise in horticultural practices and crew management will be crucial as you supervise planting, installation, and maintenance tasks. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and benefits after three months, along with opportunities for professional growth. If you have a passion for landscaping and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the field.

Benefits

Benefits after 3 months

Company-matching RRSP program after one year

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field experience with 3+ years in crew management.
• Knowledge of plant species and horticultural practices required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a horticultural crew on various projects.
• Supervise daily tasks ensuring quality and efficiency.

Skills

Crew Management

Horticultural Knowledge

Planting Techniques

Safety Standards Compliance

Long Hours Work Ability

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Skid Steer

Landscaping Tools

Company Truck

Job description

Were Hiring: Landscape Foreperson – Horticultural Crew

• $27-33 per hour.
• Benefits after 3 months.
• Company-matching RRSP program available after one-year employment.

Key Duties include:

• Lead and manage a horticultural crew consisting of a foreperson, skid steer operator, and laborer on various projects across construction, residential, and groundskeeping divisions.
• Supervise and direct daily work tasks for crew members, ensuring quality and efficiency across all horticultural and landscaping projects.
• Operate and maintain skid steer and other equipment as needed for site preparation and landscaping tasks.
• Plant trees, shrubs, and other vegetation; ensure proper planting techniques and plant care.
• Manage the installation of sod, soils, mulching, and planting beds.
• Ensure the proper operation and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Drive company truck and trailer to transport materials, crew, and equipment to job sites.
• Ensure safety standards and environmental considerations are maintained at all times.

Job Requirements:

• Valid "G" Driver's License and a Clean Driver's Abstract is required.
• Minimum of 5 years field experience and 3 years crew management.
• Knowledge of plant species, soil types, and horticultural practices.
• Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools, and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices.
• Experience with landscape construction, including but not limited to planting, mulching, irrigation, and groundskeeping tasks.
• Ability to work long hours and the occasional Saturday.

Oakridge Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. If you are a person with a disability and have a question or require assistance with the application process, please contact us via email at [e-mail].