Landscape Maintenance - Supervisor Landscape - Full Time

Canada's Wonderland; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular amusement park is seeking a Supervisor for the Ride Maintenance Department. The ideal candidate will lead the landscaping and vehicle departments, ensuring the upkeep of turf and horticulture while managing a diverse team. Responsibilities include overseeing snow removal, equipment maintenance, and compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a degree in horticulture or related fields, along with at least five years of supervisory experience and strong communication skills. This position requires a valid Ontario driver's license and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in a related field.
• Valid Ontario driver's license will be required.
• Ability to work weekends and be on-call for snow removal.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the park’s turf, horticulture and snow removal efforts.
• Manage hiring, training and development of associates.
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Skills

Proven leadership experience

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to use basic computer applications

Experience in safe use of heavy equipment

Education

Degree or Diploma in Horticultural studies

Tools

Heavy equipment

Power and hand tools

Job description

Overview

$42.65 / hour

This is a year-round, full-time career opportunity with benefits in the Canada's Wonderland Ride Maintenance Department.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be a seasoned, hands-on leader with proven expertise in the maintenance of a large, diverse property with multiple areas of both Hard and Soft landscapes. The successful candidate will have the ability to multitask and meet the challenges of a fast-paced diverse team environment.

Scope of Position

Responsible for supervising the Landscape and Vehicle department and assisting the Department Manager with all related planning and execution of a . This is a working Supervisory position. The successful candidate will be expected to perform tasks.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on leadership of the park’s turf, horticulture, irrigation paving and off-season snow removal efforts. This includes operational planning, supply and material procurement.
• Providing direction and support for both Full Time and Seasonal associates in the Landscape/ Grounds department
• Supervision of vehicle/ equipment maintenance shop
• Planning and execution of all Snow removal, and other winter maintenance programs
• Oversee all processes for supply and equipment purchasing. Manage expenses to achieve department budget goals
• Supervise efforts related to hiring, training and development of full-time and seasonal associates
• Supervise the planning and repair schedules for park equipment and vehicle maintenance programs
• Prepare reports, complete inspections, respond to work orders, and plan schedules for grounds maintenance activities.
• Responsible for ensuring that all department documentation and record keeping is complete and done in accordance with company/ regulatory standards
• Oversee inspection and treatment programs (examples include Tree Management programs, weed control, and similar)
• Responsible for park seasonal cleanup and daily in season overnight sweeping and washdown programs

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a related .
• Degree or Diploma in Horticultural studies, Landscape technology, turf grass management or equivalent experience is required
• Experience and training in the safe use of various pieces of heavy equipment including loaders, sweepers, turf equipment, snow removal equipment.
• Experience and training in the safe use of both power and hand tools (chainsaws, mowers, trimmers ,etc)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to use basic computer applications (i.e. Word, email) required
• Valid Ontario driver’s license (driver’s abstract will be required)
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as required. As be on-call for snow removal as assigned.
• Ownership of tools and safety boots
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions
• Required to meet the physical demands of the job including: weights of up to 23kg, frequent standing, walking, twisting, reaching, bending and ability to work with a variety of equipment