worker, grounds maintenance

Boot's Landscaping and Maintenance Ltd.; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in landscaping is seeking a dedicated grounds maintenance worker to join their team. This entry-level role offers the opportunity to work outdoors in a dynamic environment, where you'll assist in various landscaping tasks, including planting, pruning, and maintaining equipment. With a focus on teamwork and client satisfaction, you'll be part of a supportive team that values hard work and reliability. If you enjoy working with your hands and have a passion for nature, this position is perfect for you, offering a chance to grow and develop your skills in a thriving company.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping.
• Ability to operate various landscaping equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with landscape constructions and maintenance tasks.
• Weed, prune, and maintain trees and plants.

Skills

Client focus

Dependability

Team player

Time management

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Chain saw

Front end loader

Pick-up truck

Roto-tiller

Sod cutter

Sprayer or duster

Tractor

Tractor mower

Weed trimmer/edger

Skidsteer

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Overview

• Languages: English
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work Environment

• Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
• Outdoors, Confined spaces, Wet/damp, Noisy, Odours, Dusty, Hot

Work Setting

• Landscape contractor, Landscape maintenance, Private residence

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assist with landscape constructions
• Weed, prune and trim trees and plants
• Cut grass
• Rake and collect refuse
• Remove litter and garbage
• Cart and spread topsoil and other materials
• Lay sod or seed
• Plant bulbs, flowers, shrubs and trees
• Apply fertilizers
• Repair and maintain equipment
• Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
• Operate and maintain landscape maintenance equipment

Experience and Equipment

• Chain saw, Front end loader, Pick-up truck, Roto-tiller, Small engine equipment, Sod cutter, Sprayer or duster, Tractor, Tractor mower, Weed trimmer/edger, Skidsteer

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/Travel

• Own transportation, Valid driver's license, Public transportation available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Repetitive tasks, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Manual dexterity, Attention to detail, Ability to distinguish colours, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Walking, Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own Tools/Equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal Suitability

• Client focus, Dependability, Efficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Organized, Reliability, Team player, Punctuality, Hardworking, Maturity, Time management

Benefits

Health Benefits

• Dental plan, Health care plan, Vision care benefits

Financial Benefits

• Bonus

Other Benefits

• Free parking available, Learning/training paid by employer, Other benefits, Parking available

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing