Company Overview
Ginkgo Sustainability is a leading green/living roof contractor in southwestern Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area specializing in institutional, commercial and multi-residential projects. The successful candidate will be part of our Maintenance Team, helping to maintain a variety of green spaces. We are looking for Team Members who are adaptable, take pride in their workmanship, enjoy working in a variety of different spaces, and have a strong desire to contribute to creating beautiful green spaces.
Maintenance Technician
A Maintenance Technician maintains a variety of green spaces in and around the GTA. The Maintenance Technician is expected to:
- plant all types of plants in different types of spaces (ground, roof, planter box, wall, etc.) while following a layout;
- perform horticultural practices such as pruning, dead-heading, weeding, fertilizing, mulching, etc., based on site needs;
- work on a variety of planting areas including built-in street level planters, seasonal planters, intensive green roofs, green walls, etc.;
- have basic knowledge of maintenance requirements of trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals;
- distinguish between different plant varieties for weeding and propagation purposes;
- have solid knowledge of biological plant systems and IPM for disease and stress identification;
- implement a variety of horticultural practices (weeding, mulching, trimming, fertilizing, etc.) based on site needs;
- evaluate the specific needs of each site and determine action-plans required;
- communicate often and openly about any problems or concerns that arise during maintenance visits to keep management current with the status/health of the managed sites;
- interact with all clients/site supervisors in an affable, respectful, and professional manner, and listen to any concerns or ideas clients have about the state of a site and communicate these concerns to management;
- have the ability to learn about the various green wall systems; and,
- fill out daily timesheets and maintenance reports.
Skills and Requirements
The successful applicant will:
- have a flexible schedule and be willing to work early and/or extended hours;
- be a mature, reliable, trustworthy, respectful, highly motivated and extremely organized self-starter with strong communication skills who works well independently as well as part of a team;
- have previous experience in landscape maintenance or related fields is preferred but not mandatory.
- have familiarity with safely operating power tools and hand tools;
- a positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- be able to handle repetitive tasks for extended periods of time;
- be physically fit and able to perform heavy-lifting when required;
- have an excellent work ethic, strong attention to detail, ability to follow instructions, a willingness to learn, and a proficient understanding of computers/technology;
- hold a valid Ontario Driver's Licence with a clean driving record; and,
- be comfortable working at heights.
Compensation
Compensation will be determined based on qualifications including experience, training, and education. The hourly wage range for this position is $23.00 to $25.00 per hour.
Additional Information
Ginkgo Sustainability is a full-weather company; individuals should expect to be at work in all seasonal conditions, depending on the severity.
How to Apply
- Please forward your cover letter and résumé to Ginkgo Sustainability.
- We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
- For more information about GINKGO, visit our website at www.ginkgosustainability.com.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: $23.00-$25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Etobicoke, ON M8Z 2R4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- G Class Driver's Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
