Lawn Maintenance Labourer

The Lawn Maintenance Labourer is responsible for performing a variety of work
tasks in order to manage the timely completion of grounds maintenance service
contracts. They will be required to operate a variety of tools and equipment to carry out specified job tasks, as well as providing daily progress reporting on job time and cost data.

**Core Capabilities**:Client and quality focus
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Teamwork
- Excellent problem-solving abilities
- Responsibility and dependability
- Ethics and integrity

**Job Duties**:Plan and manage the loading / unloading of trucks and trailers in the AM and PM including all daily labour, equipment and materials required to complete daily objectives.
- Cut grass, trim edges, clean up refuse, blow trimmings, fertilize and water turf areas and perform other lawn care duties.
- Move and install soil, mulch and plant material to assist with the construction of landscape gardens and related areas.
- Operate power equipment including, but not limited to lawn tractors, lawn movers, line trimers, blowers, hedge trimers, pruning saws, sod cutters, chain saws and snow blowers.
- Inspect all work for quality to eliminate the need for return visits and / or re-work due to quality or customer satisfaction issues.
- Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools and equipment.
- Assist in other job - related duties including construction projects, shop and yard maintenance, vehicle and equipment maintenance.
- Comply with all company polices and regulations.
- Maintain and enforce standards of cleanliness and organization in assigned trucks, trailers, equipment, job sites, and shop / yard areas.
- Ensure that all work activities are carried out in a safe and efficient manner, and that all crew members are in compliance with government and company PPE standards.
- Communicate with customers in polite and courteous manner.

**Requirements**:

- Minimum of 1-3 years experience in the landscape / grounds maintenance industry.
- Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner.
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and written) - must be able to carry out verbal instructions, read labels and signs, complete daily reports to office and / or customers.
- Time management skills.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools, and equipment required to complete various landscape / construction practices.
- Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team.
- Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasks.
- Speak, read, and write in English.
- Carry and use a smart phone or data-enabled device for communication and reporting.
- Truck and trailer experience an asset.

**Work Conditions**:Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, and materials.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift.
- Ability to work in fast paced environment
- Excellent stamina is required.
- Requires good manual dexterity.
- Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis.
- Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise and cold.
- Flexible working hours including occasional weekend work.

**Does this sound like you? **Friendly, knowledgeable, creative, professional, community minded, and reliable.
- Understand that relationships are the core of developing trust and loyalty with customers.
- Can multitask and manage time despite a busy schedule.
- Are adaptable and understand that “team” means helping others - whether your job or not.

**Salary**: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

**Experience**:

- Facilities Maintenance Occupations: 1 year (preferred)
- Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person