Jr. Foreman

2 weeks ago


Surrey, Canada Oak Landscape Ltd. Full time

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- As the junior foreman you are responsible to ensure that the workers follow tasks set out for each project.
- Ability to lead by example regarding safety, day to day operations, dealing with the owners, consultants, and the clients.
- Learn to run all aspects of a landscape construction project
- Clear communication with the office daily, able to work with established computer systems and apps that track projects, timesheets and estimates
- Handle material schedules
- Labor - guide and manage a crew to install landscape projects efficiently
- Produce high quality work
- Complete projects in estimated hours
- Complete jobs using a variety of tools and equipment safely and effectively.
- Trained and able to handle required power tools, tampers, cut-off saws
- Excavation equipment: skid steer, and excavator
- Complete all assigned work safely and effectively
- Ensure all tools and equipment are in good working order and complete minor maintenance as required
- Providing exceptional customer service and maintaining positive working relationships with customers and coworkers
- Participate in all training and performance reviews required by the Company
- Assist in the loading and unloading of materials
- Pursue ongoing education sponsored by the Company as required

**Qualifications**:

- At least three years experience as a landscape construction lead hand
- Proven experience in landscape construction
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively supervise a team
- Extensive knowledge of plants, trees, and hardscaping techniques
- Excellent problem-solving skills to address any issues that may arise on the job
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Physical stamina to perform manual labor tasks
- Valid driver's license

Please submit your resume highlighting relevant experience for consideration.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $38.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 - 36 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have a vehicle and are you able to reliably commute to jobsites all across the lower mainland?

**Experience**:

- Landscape Hardscape: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-04-01