M. Davis Landscape & Design Inc. is seeking a candidate for a full-time position as a Hardscape Landscape Construction Lead Hand.
Residential and commercial experience is required for this position. This is an excellent opportunity to work for one of the largest landscape companies in Ottawa and Eastern Ontario. If you are looking for a company that can challenge you to grow in the industry and provide you with an opportunity to advance your career to the next level, then take the first steps and apply today.
Working under our landscape construction supervisor and foreman your requirements and responsibilities will include:
Requirements
- Must have a minimum of 3 years experience operating landscape construction equipment and installing hard and soft landscaping.
- Able to operate skid steer, excavator, backhoe and loader.
- Team player.
- Leader with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Punctual and reliable.
- Must be ale to work with deadlines while maintaining good attention to detail.
- Landscape diploma or certification is an asset.
- Must have own transportation.
- Valid Class “G” Drivers Licence. (DZ License would be an asset.)
- Interlock, brick work, and quick cut experience is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all work is completed to Canadian Landscape Standards.
- Communicate with the supervisor and crew members.
- Complete daily electronic log and time sheets.
- Provide time and equipment estimates when required for work.
- Arrange that all required materials, equipment, and tools are on site as needed.
- Responsible for the completion and quality of all jobs and projects.
- Complete lawn, tree, shrub and perennial maintenance as required.
- Execute small landscape construction projects and commercial sod installation when needed.
- Operate all equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
- Responsible for the daily completion and quality of all activities.
- Execute all areas of commercial and residential landscape constructions projects.
- Work in a way that will not endanger yourself or others.
- Understand the hazards associated with tasks and controls in place.
- Conduct Pre-job Safety Assessment (PSA) daily, site orientations, and weekly toolbox safety talk.
- Use equipment, protective devices and clothing based on legislation, and Davis Landscaping safe work practices and safe job procedures.
- Report all incidents, unsafe conditions, and unidentified hazard to your supervisor.
- Ensure pre-use inspections for equipment are completed prior to using the equipment.
- Do not remove or interfere with any safeguards.
- WHMIS, 4 Step Health & Safety Awareness, Workplace Violence & Harassment for Workers, and AODA.
- Adhere to all Health and Safety policies.
This is a full-time position. Renumeration is based on qualifications and experience.
References Required