Landscape Labor Technician - Brandon, Canada - Livingstone Landscaping Ltd

Livingstone Landscaping Ltd

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Brandon, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Title:
Landscape Labor Technician

Position Type:
Full Time; Seasonal

Wage:
Based on Experience and Performance

Reports to:
Landscape Foreman

Purpose:

The Landscape Labor Technician is responsible for assisting the Foreman in the installation of landscaping projects such as patios, water features, driveways & walkways, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens and so much more.

This employee is an energetic individual looking to become a Landscape Professional and build a career - not just a laborer.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Installing sod, dirt, and plants (Softscape)
Installing patios, walls, and decks (Hardscape)
Cutting and measuring of job materials
Operating small landscaping equipment and tools such as packers, saws, and other power tools
Communicate with the Lead Hand and Foreman effectively for accurate completion of work
Notify the Foreman of any tools, equipment, and machinery in need of maintenance
Maintain a clean and safe job site at all times
Follow the training and promote the workplace best practices of installation, safety, and company standards
Other duties as required

Qualification Requirements:

Class 5 driver's license and a clean driving record; Class 3F w/ Air an asset
Experience hauling a trailer; an asset
Visual Acuity to accurately cut and measure materials, operate equipment, perform tasks and review work for accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position
Ability to follow company Safety Procedures and recognize Job Hazards
Motivated individual who is detail orientated
Must be available for seasonal long hours (Saturdays may be included)
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Ability to prioritize and multitask
Punctual and dependable
Ability to read, write and communicate in English

Education/experience:

Basic knowledge of construction
Experience operating power tools
Experience working with a landscaping crew; an asset

Work Conditions:

Physical Conditions:

The duties of the Landscape Labor Technician are carried out primarily in an outdoor setting.

Uses hands, arms, and shoulders when using various types of equipment (daily)
Ability to cross on uneven ground
Ability to work outside for long periods of time

Psychological/Stress Conditions:

The Landscape Labor Technician position workload and environment does not generally increase employee emotional or stress levels.

Interruptions and requests from multiple areas (daily).
Multitasking (daily).
Repetitive movements
Job demands versus time constraints (daily).
Periods of intense concentration when meeting deadlines and during peak periods.

Work Conditions:

The Landscape Labor Technician works independently and in a team environment.

Works in a shared and consultative manner with other employees (daily).
Wide variety of tasks requiring the ability to manage multiple unrelated projects and make independent decisions (daily).
Selfmotivated and quality driven to perform independent projects (daily).

The conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Salary:
$16.00-$17.24 per hour