Walter's Landscaping has been creating beautiful gardens in the GTA since 1954. Nearly 70 years later we are still family owned and operated. We have expanded from a small family operation to a full service landscaping company specializing in design and installation. Our teams create and maintain a wide varity of landscapes ranging from Toronto residences to country estate properties. We service our clients through a multi-skilled design team supported by multiple construction and installation teams.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- On-the-job training
- Safe work environment
Our organization is in need of a Landscape construction lead hand to assist the crew leader execute projects as well as take leadership on projects. This position will require strategic planning, the ability to schedule time and project labour and the knowledge to create positive working relationships. The successful candidate will have a strong desire to learn, take initiative and be a team leader who is motivated and works well in leadership positions.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the execution of primarily landscape planting projects, planning labour requirements, equipment requirements and material deliveries and timing to ensure completion of job(s) within project deadlines
- Manage safety, quality and productivity of work at sites and/or shop/yard
- Supervise, coordinate, and schedule the day to day work activities
- Operate various tools and equipment, including: heavy equipment, chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, drills, stone saw, etc.
- Execute projects primarily that involve; planting, (large trees and shrubs) pruning, sodding, grading, stone work, interlock, etc.
- Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner
- Demonstrate strong time management skills and have flexibility to improvise in a dynamic enviroment.
Qualifications and Experience Required
- 1-3+ years of experience in the landscape construction industry
- Knowledge of landscape and construction practices
- Installation experience with: interlock, grading, planting, sodding etc.
- Excellent customer service skills
- Works well in teams and is a problem solver
- Strong written and communication skills (Spanish speaking is a bonus)
- Must have valid G drivers License (D, DZ, and AZ license is a bonus)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00-$28.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stouffville, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Describe your experience in working landscape construction?
- Why do you feel you would be a good fit on our team at Walters Landscaping?
- What is your ideal work environment?
- What you you describe as being one of you biggest strengths and one of you biggest weakness?
Experience:
- Landscape Construction: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
