Property Maintenance Labourer
BOS LANDSCAPING – located in Smithville Ontario - is committed to bringing our clients quality landscaping, that will enhance their outdoor experience that dreams are made of.
* We are looking for Landscape Professionals to assist in maintaining either High-End Residential properties or Commercial/Industrial properties. *
Summary:
The Grounds Maintenance Laborer is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks in order to complete grounds maintenance service contracts. The grounds maintenance laborer will be required to operate a variety of tools and equipment to carry out specified job tasks.
Core Capabilities:
- Customer and quality focus
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Team work
- Excellent problem solving abilities
- Responsibility and dependability
- Ethics and integrity
Job Duties:
- Aid in the loading/unloading of trucks and trailers in the AM and PM
- Cut grass, trim edges, clean up refuse, blow trimmings, fertilize and water turf areas and perform other lawn care duties as directed by foreman
- 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 mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws
- Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment
- Assist foreman in other work-related duties including construction projects, shop and yard maintenance, vehicle and equipment maintenance
- Submit proper organized paperwork via LMN Software
- 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
Requirements:
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- Minimum one year experience in the landscape/construction industry
- Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
- Effective communication skills – must be able to carry out verbal instructions, read labels and signs, complete simple reports, report progress to foreman
- Time management skills
- 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
- Preference will be given to candidates with a valid driver’s license and safe driving record
- Horticultural certificate an asset
Work Conditions:
- Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, and materials
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Work outdoors in various conditions
Benefits:
- Full-time Year-Round work available
- Monday through Friday or Flex days - 50 hours a week work.
- Education & Training opportunities to grow your career
Hourly wage: $20.00-$25.00 per hour – or based on experience.
*Also, we have entry level positions for persons interested in building a career in Landscaping!*
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- St. Anns, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class G Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
