Landscape Maintenance Supervisor - Langley, Canada - Horizon Contracting Group

Horizon Contracting Group

Verified Company

Langley, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Summary
The Maintenance Supervisor leads the maintenance field team in the successful completion of all assigned tasks.

As a supervisor and liaison between the field staff and management, the Maintenance Supervisor assists the Maintenance Manager and Service Manager in the execution of divisional directives.

Responsibilities

Execute and delegate tasks as assigned to ensure jobs are completed on schedule
Plan and schedule jobs as required
Provide leadership and coaching to maintenance crew members and maintenance junior foremen
Problem solving, dispute resolution
Ensure equipment is maintained and in good working order.
Always inspect equipment prior to use
Notify management of deficiencies in equipment
Able to complete equipment repair and large mower servicing
Complete required training on all equipment and Company policies and procedures
Advanced leadership
Advanced plant identification
Watering and fertilization management
Financial management
Effective driving of a loaded truck and trailer
Basic quoting, tendering and negotiation
Basic design and plant selection
Act as a Company ambassador whenever in uniform
Polite, professional attitude
Provide exceptional customer service
Maintain an ordered appearance as described in the Operations Manual
Be courteous to the general public
Participate in safety related meetings (toolbox talks) and wear correct Personal Protective Equipment as required
Timely completion of all assigned paperwork

Education

Completion of Secondary School
Postsecondary education in the field of horticulture an asset
Occupational First Aid, Level
Industry certifications an asset (ie: Pesticide Applicator)

Experience

Minimum of 2 years industry experience or education equivalent
Experience working in an outdoor, laborious position

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of local plant life
Mechanical aptitude (troubleshooting)
Previous experience with landscape machinery (mowers, line trimmers, blowers)
Exceptional customer service skills
Strong problem solving skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Comfortable working in a team environment
Understanding of advanced landscape calculations and measurements
Understanding and interpreting of blueprints and site maps
Knowledge of basic finance
Demonstrated strong leadership/supervisory skills
Knowledge of Green Walls and their maintenance

Physical Requirements

This position is 100% labour and as such, individuals must be in good physical condition and be able to lift weight in excess of 50 lbs, bending, crouching, twisting, and standing/walking for long periods of time.

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