landscaper lead hand

nolimitlandscapes; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in landscaping is seeking a dedicated landscaper lead hand to join their dynamic team. This role involves interpreting blueprints, planning landscaping operations, and ensuring the health and aesthetics of various outdoor spaces. The ideal candidate will have experience in residential landscaping projects and possess strong communication skills. The company offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development. If you are passionate about creating beautiful outdoor spaces and have the drive to excel in a physically demanding role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Life insurance

Mileage paid

Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)

Learning/training paid by employer

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of landscaping experience, especially in residential projects.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and plan landscaping operations.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints to plan landscaping methods and sequences.
• Water and tend to plants, lawns, and gardens as required.
• Plan and coordinate the growth and use of plants for landscaping.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Team player

Punctuality

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Steel-toed safety boots

Rain gear

Job description

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Overview

Languages: English

Education:

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work Site Environment

• Dangerous
• Noisy
• Outdoors
• All weather conditions

Work Setting

• Construction company
• Urban area
• Various locations
• Landscape contractor
• Residential

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints or other instructions to plan methods or sequences of operation
• Plan the incorporation of landscape structures
• Read blueprints or other instructions to determine work requirements
• Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
• Plan and co-ordinate the growth and use of plants for landscaping, ornamental uses and other purposes
• Plant and move trees

Experience and Specialization

Computer and Technology Knowledge:

• MS Excel
• MS Word

Landscaping Experience:

• Residential projects

Construction Specialization:

• Automated irrigation system
• Fieldstone paths
• Interlocking brick
• Ornamental ponds, fountains and waterfalls
• Retaining walls
• Rock gardens
• Stone garden walls
• Irrigation and drainage

Area of Specialization:

• Landscape construction

Additional Information

Security and Safety:

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/Travel Information:

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own Tools/Equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Rain gear

Personal Suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality

Benefits

Health Benefits:

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial Benefits:

• Life insurance
• Mileage paid

Other Benefits:

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Construction