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Reports to: Departmental Foreperson – $20.00-$27.00 / hr

Summary Statement

Under the supervision of the Department Foreperson, the incumbent will perform a variety of leadership and overseeing functions, guiding direct reports through project tasks. These duties may include coaching and on-the-job training of subordinates. The Crew Lead actively works the job site and is expected to support the successful completion of all jobs assigned.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Work within Occupational Health & Safety guidelines
• Executes tasks delegated by Foreperson
• Maintain cleanliness of all areas, including job site once work has been completed
• Operation of Company vehicles
• Ensure all loads in vehicles are secured and ready for transport
• Load and unload vehicle for assigned jobs
• Work with Foreman to develop plan for daily workload
• Use of various manual and power tools and equipment
• Oversees a crew of up to 2 General Labourers
• Maintaining high morale and positive energy building a strong team dynamic
• Complete all checklists and Vehicle Inspection book
• Fueling and cleaning vehicle
• Ensure proper use of team PPE
• Plan and submit routes

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• Certificate in Carpentry, Automotive, Horticulture or equivalent work experience
• G Class license as a minimum and AR an asset
• High attention to detail and process
• Ability to communicate effectively in various environments
• Strong problem-solving skills to navigate challenging or complex situations
• Able to work both independently and in a team dynamic
• Leadership skills are an asset

Physical Effort

• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50lbs, or 75lbs in a two-person lift
• Extended periods of time spent standing, squatting, kneeling
• Working outdoors in various weather

Departments: Grass/Turf care and landscape – Salary: $19.00-$25.00 per hour

Reports to: Departmental Foreperson Salary Range Code: E

Summary Statement

Under the supervision of the Department Foreperson, the incumbent will perform a variety of leadership and overseeing functions, guiding direct reports through project tasks. These duties may include coaching and on-the-job training of subordinates. The Crew Lead actively works the job site and is expected to support the successful completion of all jobs assigned.

• Major Duties and Responsibilities *

• Work within Occupational Health & Safety guidelines
• Executes tasks delegated by Foreperson
• Maintain cleanliness of all areas, including job site once work has been completed
• Operation of Company vehicles
• Ensure all loads in vehicles are secured and ready for transport
• Load and unload vehicle for assigned jobs
• Work with Foreman to develop plan for daily workload
• Use of various manual and power tools and equipment
• Oversees a crew of up to 2 General Labourers
• Maintaining high morale and positive energy building a strong team dynamic
• Complete all checklists and Vehicle Inspection book
• Fueling and cleaning vehicle
• Ensure proper use of team PPE
• Plan and submit routes

• Minimum Qualifications and Skills *

• Certificate in Carpentry, Automotive, Horticulture or equivalent work experience
• G Class license as a minimum and AR an asset
• High attention to detail and process
• Ability to communicate effectively in various environments
• Strong problem-solving skills to navigate challenging or complex situations
• Able to work both independently and in a team dynamic
• Leadership skills are an asset

• Physical Effort *

• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50lbs, or 75lbs in a two-person lift
• Extended periods of time spent standing, squatting, kneeling
• Working outdoors in various weather

Job Type: Permanent

Reports to: Crew Lead – $16.00-$19.00 / hr

Summary Statement

Under the supervision of the Crew Lead, the incumbent will perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, carry and navigating heavy loads. Extended periods of walking, standing, squatting and crouching. This position will perform the outdoor maintenance requested by clients, as assigned by the crew lead.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Work within Occupational Health & Safety guidelines
• Executes tasks delegated by Crew Lead
• Clean all work areas, including job site once work has been completed
• Complete all tasks in a safe manner as assigned by Crew Lead
• Report any unsafe situations to the Crew Lead
• Report any tools and equipment that are damaged or in need of repair
• Complete tasks as assigned in a timely manner
• Use of handheld manual and power equipment
• Complete high-quality work
• Use of push lawn mowers and riding lawn mowers
• Assisting in tree trimming, shrubs, and hedges
• Weeding and cultivating garden beds, trimming and edging where required

 

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• High attention to detail and process
• Ability to communicate effectively in various environments
• Able to work both independently and in a team dynamic

Physical Effort

• May perform physical lifts up to 50lbs, or 75lbs in a two-person lift
• Extended periods of time spent standing, squatting, kneeling
• Working outdoors in various weather

Job description

Under the supervision of the Crew Lead, the incumbent will perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, carry and navigating heavy loads. Extended periods of walking, standing, squatting and crouching. This position will perform the outdoor maintenance requested by clients, as assigned by the crew lead.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Work within Occupational Health & Safety guidelines
• Executes tasks delegated by Crew Lead
• Clean all work areas, including job site once work has been completed
• Complete all tasks in a safe manner as assigned by Crew Lead
• Report any unsafe situations to the Crew Lead
• Report any tools and equipment that are damaged or in need of repair
• Complete tasks as assigned in a timely manner
• Use of handheld manual and power equipment
• Complete high-quality work
• Use of hand tools, string trimmer, hedge trimmers, hand prunners, various hand tools etc
• Assisting in tree trimming, shrubs, and hedges
• Weeding and cultivating garden beds, trimming and edging where required

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• High attention to detail and process
• Ability to communicate effectively in various environments
• Able to work both independently and in a team dynamic

Physical Effort

• May perform physical lifts up to 50lbs, or 75lbs in a two-person lift
• Extended periods of time spent standing, squatting, kneeling
• Working outdoors in various weather

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00-$19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• On call

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cavan, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work

Job description

Please no students. This position is on call 24/7 for duration of winter.

Multiple positions available –

– Snow plow/de-icing operator

– Loader operators

– Tractor operator – snow blowing

– Reading, writing, and comprehension of documents and instruction.

– Good oral communication skills.

– A full G driver’s license with a clear driving abstract is a necessity.

– Have minimum 2 years plow truck/loader/tractor experience.

– Work well with others, and have leadership skills.

What we Expect

– An individual with a positive, self motivating, and team oriented attitude.

– Ability to be self-directed after being given oral and/or written direction/instructions.

– Work and adhere to all safety requirements.

– Ability to deal with challenging situations and adapt to new situations often.

– Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be physically fit and able to deal with long hours and weather conditions.

– Ability to communicate with co-workers and with clients in a professional and positive way with a customer service focus.

– Be able to handle pressure and deadlines.

– Ability to see the “big picture”

What We Offer

We provide a professional, safe, and positive work environment that facilitates constant development, growth, and supports anything that can enhance industry knowledge. Seasonal work with the ability to have year round employment. The opportunity for employee retirement and health benefit packages.

Who We Are

The Gardener was founded in 1988. Since 1988 The Gardener has taken a leading role in the landscaping industry, providing quality, professional and reliable service to all our clients because we truly believe they deserve it. “We Do It … You Enjoy It” At The Gardener we believe in being the best and doing what it takes to prove it in whatever we do.

The Gardener is committed to its employees. We offer a positive work environment that facilitates constant development and growth. We provide support and mentor-ship in industry education and certification. We offer competitive wages and options for benefits including retirement plans. We believe that a job is more than a source of income; it is a part of the people we are and who we strive to become. Why work with The Gardner? Because…. ‘You Deserve It’

*Experience is an asset but a willingness to learn and a professional attitude is a must!

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: $24.00-$30.00 per hour

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• On call

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cavan, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• heavy equipment operator: 1 year (preferred)