Grounds Maintenance Laborer
Reports to: ¨ Foreman
Summary:
The Grounds Maintenance Laborer is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks in order to complete grounds maintenance service contracts. The grounds maintenance laborer will be required to operate a variety of tools and equipment to carry out specified job tasks.
starting at 19.0 an hour
benefits after probation period
Core Capabilities:
§ Customer and quality focus
§ Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
§ Team work
§ Excellent problem solving abilities
§ Responsibility and dependability
§ Ethics and integrity
- reliability
Job Duties:
§ Aid in the loading/unloading of trucks and trailers in the AM and PM
§ Cut grass, trim edges, clean up refuse, blow trimmings, fertilize and water turf areas and perform other lawn care duties as directed by foreman
-Weeding of gardens
-pruning of shrubs and bushes
§ Move and install soil, mulch and plant material to assist with the construction of landscape gardens and related areas
§ Operate power equipment including, but not limited to, lawn tractors, lawn mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, sod cutters, chain saws, and snow blowers
§ Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment
§ Assist foreman in other work-related duties including construction projects, shop and yard maintenance, vehicle and equipment maintenance
§ Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
§ Comply with all company policies and regulations
§ Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations
§ Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner
- snow shoveling and hand salting in winter months
Requirements:
§ High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
§ Minimum one year experience in the landscape/construction industry
§ Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
§ Effective communication skills – must be able to carry out verbal instructions, read labels and signs, complete simple reports, report progress to foreman
§ Time management skills
§ Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices
§ Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
§ Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasks
§ Preference will be given to candidates with a valid driver’s license and safe driving record
Work Conditions:
§ Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, and materials
§ Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift
§ Ability to work in a fast paced environment
§ Requires good manual dexterity
§ Excellent stamina is required
§ Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis
§ Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold
-typical day 7:00-5:00
- weekend work at peak times required
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Seasonal, Apprenticeship
Pay: $19.00-$23.00 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Simcoe, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- Landscape maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Class G Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
