Landscape Maintenance Lead Hand

2 weeks ago

Waterdown, Canada Fresh Taste Produce Limited Canada Full time

**Job Title: Landscape Maintenance Lead Hand**

**Employment Type**: Full-Time

**Job Overview**:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Crew Leadership: Lead, train, and supervise a team of 2-4 landscape maintenance workers, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Maintenance Operations: Perform and oversee complex landscaping tasks, including mowing, pruning, edging, mulching, planting, irrigation system maintenance, and seasonal clean-ups, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Equipment Management: Operate and maintain heavy machinery (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers) and hand tools, ensuring proper use, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment issues on-site.
- Project Execution: Coordinate workflows, and manage time sensitive projects to meet client specifications and deadlines, even in adverse weather conditions.
- Client Interaction: Communicate directly with clients to address concerns, provide updates, and ensure satisfaction with completed work.
- Safety Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to safety regulations, conduct regular site inspections, and train crew members on safe equipment handling and hazard mitigation.
- Inventory & Reporting: Monitor and manage inventory of materials and supplies, track project progress, and submit reports to supervisors.

**Qualifications & Requirements**:

- Technical Skills: Proficiency in operating and maintaining landscaping equipment, advanced knowledge of horticulture, irrigation systems, and turf management.
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a diverse team in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to perform strenuous physical labor for extended periods, including lifting up to 50 lbs, working in extreme weather, and standing for long hours.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to diagnose plant health issues, equipment malfunctions, or site-specific challenges and implement effective solutions.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with crew, clients, and management.
- Availability: Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed, especially during peak seasons.

**Work Environment**:

- This role involves working outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.), navigating uneven terrain, and handling potentially hazardous equipment.
- The position requires frequent travel to job sites and the ability to adapt to changing schedules and client demands.

**Why Join Us?**
- Opportunity to lead impactful projects and shape stunning outdoor spaces.
- Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth within a dynamic team.
- Access to ongoing training and professional development.

Pay: $22.50-$27.50 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Work Location: In person

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