Landscape Lead Hand

Davey Tree Expert Co; Brantford; Hybrid; CAD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP/TFSA matching

Employee stock purchase program

Vacation pay 4%

Up to 40 hours/week

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited seeks a full-time Landscape Lead Hand in Brantford, Ontario. You will lead crews in delivering landscaping care, manage multiple teams and equipment, and provide mentorship while ensuring safety and quality on every site.

Successful candidates have 3+ years in landscaping, strong leadership, and ability to read drawings and quotes. Valid G license and ability to lift 40–50 lbs are required; on-site work throughout the region offered with competitive

Qualifications

• 3+ years landscaping experience (hardscape & softscape).
• Experience leading a crew.
• Plant knowledge and identification is a big asset.
• Ability to read drawings and quotes.
• Experience using landscape equipment is required (e.g. sod cutter, dethatcher, shears, pole shears).
• G class driver's license with clean abstract.
• Ability to lift 40–50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews to deliver landscaping services for clients.
• Direct multiple crews and equipment across sites.
• Provide mentorship and training to staff and oversee development.
• Ensure quality control inspections on worksites.
• Uphold safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Plant knowledge

Read drawings/quotes

Time management

Customer service

Truck driving

Ability to lift 40-50 lbs

Tools

Landscape equipment (sod cutter)

Dethatcher

Lawn care equipment (mower/trimmer)

Job description

Company:Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited
Locations:Brantford, Ontario
Additional Locations:NA
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:227290

Position Overview

We are currently seeking afull-time Landscape Lead Handto work in our landscaping division.

Job Duties

• Safely and efficiently lead crew's in providing landscaping care for our clients
• Direct multiple crews and equipment for various work sites
• Provide support and expertise and leadership on more specialized jobs
• Complete Quality Control worksite inspections
• Provide mentorship and training to staff and oversee employee development
• Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in landscaping, both hardscaping and softscaping
• Experience leading a team
• Plant knowledge and identification will be considered and large asset
• Ability to read and understand drawings and quote is required
• Experience using landscape equipment is a requirement (eg. sod cutter, dethatcher, shears, pole shears )
• Experience using grass cutting equipment is an advantage, but not a requirement (eg. push mower, zero turn tractor, trimmer)
• Experience using lawn care equipment is an advantage, but not a requirement (eg. aerator, roller, spreader)
• 'G' Class drivers license and a clean drivers abstract
• Problem solving and time management will be an asset
• Experience driving truck with flatbed trailer
• Ability to lift 40 to 50 lbs
• Customer service experienced preferred

Additional Information

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• $25 to $28 / hour depending on experience
• 4% Vacation Pay
• Up to 40 hours a week
• Great working environment and close-knit team
• Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
• Employee Referral Program and other company perks
• Permanent full time employees are eligible for benefits, RRSP/TFSA matching and employee stock purchase program

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, Limited, is committed to scientifically based horticultural and environmental services with outstanding client service. TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there's a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.