Irrigation Technician - Burnaby, Canada - The Universal Group
Description
The Universal Group has an exciting opportunity for Landscapers to join our Earth Enterprises division.Are you interested in starting a fulfilling career in Landscaping? Earth Enterprises is looking to acquire fresh talent for our landscaping positions across the lower mainland.
We are looking for passionate, authentic, and driven Landscape Technicians to provide our clients with peace of mind.The Company
The Universal Group is an industry leader in traffic control services, traffic management planning, traffic signage & equipment supply, landscaping, temporary labour, and occupational health and safety.
The Universal Group operates across British Columbia with operations in the Okanagan, Vancouver Island, and the Lower Mainland; and as of late 2021 we have operations in Ontario and Quebec.
With a growing employee base and through a number of strategic acquisitions, The Universal Group is expanding nationally making us the prominent player within the traffic control industry.
As an employee of the Universal Group, we promise to provide that same peace of mind to you, as you contribute to our mission, demonstrate our core values and deliver best-in-class services.
Who You Are
As a Landscape Maintenance staff member you are an energetic team player with great work ethic, a passion to succeed, and the drive to grow with an authentic & fun company.
This includes the starting of the irrigation systems in the spring, creating the watering program for the site that complies with Metro Vancouver's watering bylaws, repairing any deficiencies that will affect the systems watering capabilities and shutting down the system properly in the fall.
The job duties include:
- Installing softscape materials (ie. soil, mulch, sod, etc.)
- Maintaining your own company vehicle and driving it to required job sites
- Using a variety of power tools and equipment for maintenance
- Testing the soil and vegetation to determine irrigation needs
- Mapping out areas for irrigation installation
- Digging trenches and repairing and maintaining pipes and lines.
- Conducting routine maintenance checks.
- Troubleshooting and replacing faulty parts.
- Completing progress reports and associated paperwork
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive wages with opportunities for growth within the team
- Health and Dental Benefits (after a 3 month probationary period)
- RRSP matching and profit sharing program
- Red Seal Mentorship and Certification Assistance
- Dynamic 4day work week schedule
- In-House Training Opportunities
- Company Vehicle
- Year-Round Work
Requirements:
- Ability to perform physically demanding manual labor in all types of weather for potentially long hours
- Ability to take direction, work on your own and as part of a team
- At least 2 years of irrigation experience required
- Consistency and dedication to performing physical tasks
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Knowledge of irrigation systems such as Rainbird, Toro, etc.
- Knowledge of plumbing is an asset
- Knowledge of soil, vegetation and climate is an asset
- Positive and professional team attitude with exceptional customer service
Why Universal Group?
The Universal Group is rapidly growing as we are expanding our business across other Canadian provinces, this is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our growth.
As an integral part of the Earth Enterprises team at The Universal Group, you will receive a competitive wage as well as a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for further education and development.
Come grow with usUNV1
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