At Tumber & Associates Ltd., we ensure customer satisfaction by passionately committing to our company values of honesty, integrity, quality, and craftsmanship. As our garden care division continues to grow, we look to hire individuals who share the same passion for quality and craftsmanship and want to develop their skills in an encouraging and engaging environment. If you share these same values and are passionate about creating beautiful landscapes complimented by stunning gardens, continue on.
A Landscape Gardener is one that looks forward to working in the garden, takes pride in their responsibilities, performs their tasks to a high and consistent standard, and routinely does so with the trust of their foreman. Responsibilities of a Landscape Gardener:
- Assist foreman in preparation of daily on site activities
- Assist foreman in construction/maintenance of garden beds and planters.
- Help foreman undertake spring/fall cleanup, fertilizing, winterization, etc.
- Use and operate tools and equipment used in horticulture.
- Care for growing plants by watering, pruning, weeding, cultivating, fertilizing, and removing dead or damaged leaf tissue.
- Plant seeds, bulbs, perennials, annuals, trees and shrubs.
- Prune trees, shrubs, and hedges.
- Undertake tree, shrub, and plant examination and treatment.
- Inspect, handle, and transport nursery stock.
- Spread topsoil, mulch, and lay sod.
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times.
- Comply with all company policies and regulations.
- Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations.
- Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner
*Applicant Skills and Qualifications*
The following skills and qualifications are required:
- Completion of college, vocational, or technical training.
- Plant knowledge and identification, specifically trees, shrubs, and perennials.
- Basic measurement and calculation skills.
- Excellent observation skills and a strong attention to detail.
Having the following skills and qualifications will be an integral part of becoming a successful member of the Tumber team:
- Ability to be reliable, dependable, and punctual.
- Ability to work efficiently as a team member and/or individual.
- Ability to remain motivated and driven to consistently offer a high-quality product and service.
- Ability to withstand the physical demands of job requirements and weather conditions.
- Ability to lift at least 50LBS.
*About Us*
At this point, you probably want to know a little bit more about us:
- Tumber & Associates Ltd. is a landscape design build company operating in the mid- to high-end area of the sector with the majority of work occurring on residential properties.
- We typically operate from April to December (weather dependent). Operating months may extend into January, February, and March depending on the type of work occurring.
- Our standard work week is Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, longer days may apply.
- For more information about our garden care division, visit our website at www.tumbergardencare.ca and our main site for Tumber & Associates Ltd. at www.tumber.ca.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.50-$21.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Are you able to commute daily to Orangeville and surrounding areas in Ontario?
Experience:
- Gardening: 2 years (required)
- Truck & Trailer : 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
