ABOUT ACTIVA:
Activa is Waterloo Region's largest land developer and home builder. For the last 30 years, we've developed communities for families and individuals to thrive - developing land into vibrant neighbourhoods, building homes designed for real life, and continuing to serve the communities we build long after closing. Waterloo Region is our home, and it's our privilege to help our city take shape.
WHAT WE PROVIDE:
- Paid sick days
- Year-round work
- Competitive compensation
- Company paid health and dental benefits
- RRSP Match
- Strong focus on employee health and well being
- Local Work (*All of our offices and sites are located within the KW Region)
SAFETY AT ACTIVA:
Workplace safety is a core aspect of every role at Activa, requiring active participation in hazard prevention, compliance with safety procedures, the appropriate use of personal protective equipment and championing a positive safety culture in our workplaces.
ROLE SUMMARY:
The Landscape Labourer is a member of the landscaping team and receives day-to-day instruction from the Lead Hand. This role requires a dependable, hardworking, and physically capable individual with a basic understanding of landscaping practices and procedures with the ability to follow instructions accurately and efficiently.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Safety:
- Follow all established safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
- Promptly report hazards, unsafe conditions, near misses, or incidents to a supervisor.
- Participate in required health and safety meetings and training sessions.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including job sites, tools, and equipment.
- Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Regulations for Construction Projects, and all applicable legislation.
- Follow company health and safety policies and procedures at all times.
- Safely operate, inspect, and report any issues with tools, machinery, and equipment.
- Work collaboratively with coworkers, Lead Hands, and supervisors to promote and uphold a positive safety culture on site.
General Landscaping:
- Act as an active crew member, supporting the completion of landscaping projects, including:
- Landscape maintenance
- Hardscape work
- Landscape design and installation
- Fence and deck installation
- Winter maintenance (i.e. Snow removal)
- Attend on-call shifts in the winter months. This may include early morning starts, extended hours, and seasonal overtime, if necessary.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat, cold, snow, rain etc.
- Safely operate landscaping tools and machinery such as lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers, compactors, and small excavators (as trained)
- Support the care and routine maintenance of company-owned or rented tools, equipment, and machinery.
- Assist in maintaining the overall cleanliness and organization of the worksite.
- Follow all company policies and procedures at all times.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Secondary School Diploma
- Previous landscaping work experience is an asset
- Valid G- class Driver's License and reliable transportation is required
- WHMIS, Working at Heights and tool/equipment training with valid record of training.
- Able to perform physically demanding work including lifting/carrying (ex. up to 100 lbs), bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Possess a positive attitude and commitment to working safely
- Dependable and reliable with the ability to take direction
- Strong work ethic with the ability to work in a team/group
- Ability to work both independently and under direct supervision in a busy environment.
- Able to communicate competently and effectively in the English language; both verbally and in writing.
The successful candidate will be required to produce a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Judicial Matters Check in the original format and dated within one (1) month of the conditional offer from Activa group of companies.
This role is open due to an existing vacancy.
If you are self-motivated and are looking for an opportunity to expand your career in a dynamic and enthusiastic environment, you are invited to submit your resume.
We appreciate your interest, however only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Activa is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all individuals. We support the goals of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources department.
Pay: From $51,480.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you eligible to work in Canada?
- Do you have a valid driver's license?
- The successful candidate for this role will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record and judiciary matters check. Are you comfortable with this requirement?
- Are you comfortable with the posted wage?
- Are you comfortable with on -call hours during the winter months?
Work Location: In person
