Urban Life Solutions has an opening available for an Equipment Operator/Lead Hand position in our Calgary office within the Landscape Construction division. Under the direction of the Superintendent and Operations Manager, this position will be responsible for leading and supervising a team of up to 4 crew members while performing a variety of tasks and hauling/operating our equipment to assist in the construction of commercial and government (municipal, provincial and federal) landscapes
Responsibilities
- Demonstrating safety leadership and safe work practices at all times
- Working in accordance with ULS policies and procedure
- Providing exceptional customer service and maintaining ULS client relationships
- Demonstrating strong leadership skills and overseeing a team of up to 4 crew members
- Ability to drive, load, and secure equipment on trucks and trailers
- Ability to read construction plans and layouts; Construction/installation of various structures including earthwork, patios, decks, waterfalls, retaining walls, carpentry, interlocking pavers and water features
- Material ordering
- Rough and fine grading as well as laying sod and rock work, planting, soil placement
- Planting trees, shrubs, perennials and willow staking, among other landscape remediation type tasks
- Operating and troubleshooting a variety of equipment including motorized hand tools and some ride on equipment with valid operating certifications (backhoe, skid steer, loaders, tandems, sanders, excavators); Certificates available through training at Urban Life Solutions.
- Proper loading and driving of trucks and trailers
- Overseeing hazard assessments and completing equipment pre and post trip inspections
- Overall quality assurance on delivery and completion of tasks
- Operating equipment for Snow removal
- Additional tasks as required
Basic/Required Qualifications
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Minimum 2 years of previous experience in a similar role
- Experience with operating skid steers, loaders and excavators
- Demonstrated leadership experience
- Minimum Class 5 Driver’s License and proof of satisfactory driver’s abstract
- Operating certifications for various types of equipment and tools
- Skilled use of common hand and power tools
- Ability to complete measurements and mathematical calculations
- Exceptional Customer Service skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
- Ability to maintain simple records and make verbal reports
- Legally authorized to work in Canada
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous landscaping, snow removal and/or construction experience is an asset
- Ability to take direction, give direction, learn and work independently as well as part of a team
- Punctual and dependable
- Motivated and energetic team player with an attention to detail and great work ethic
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
- Ability to perform moderate to heavy intensive tasks for extended periods of time
- Working in a variety of outdoor environments with the ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures, noise, dust and wet work environments
- Physically demanding position: significant standing, walking, squatting/crouching, and driving
- Operating a variety of heavy equipment and tools
- Repetitive Motions
- Ability to regularly lift, carry, push and pull weights of up to 100 lbs
- Mon– Fri, 10-12 hours per day. Occasional weekend work
Join our Team. Let’s get growing together
· This description is meant to outline the general nature and scope of the work associated with this position. It should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and required skills. Employees may be asked to take on additional tasks outside of their typical responsibilities as needed.
· Must have reliable transportation, as the office location is not accessible by public transportation.
· The base salary offered will be based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies, while also considering internal equity.
We thank all applicants for applying; only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Why ULS: ULS offers both seasonal and year-round employment. All our team members are provided with a well-rounded compensation package that includes competitive wages, field wear, training allowances, bonuses, benefits and the opportunity for advancement within the industry. ULS also provides the necessary training to do the job in a professional manner while maintaining safety guidelines. Come join our team and get involved with one of the largest and most progressive full service landscape companies in Canada!
Pay: $26.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Application question(s):
- Our office is not accessible by transit. Do you have reliable transportation to commute to the office?
Experience:
- Heavy equipment operation: 3 years (required)
- Landscape Construction: 2 years (required)
- Lead Hand: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 License (required)
Work Location: In person
