Landscape Grounds Maintenance / Landscape Laborer

Landscape Grounds Maintenance / Landscape Laborer
Job Number # 
19381
Employer 
Kompact Landscape
Job Location(s) 
Tofino
Ucluelet
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Feb 08, 2019
Apply By 
Feb 22, 2019
Start Date 
2019-02-22
Schedule 
Full Time
Hours 
35hrs / week Tuesday - Friday
Wage 
$16.50 - $22.50 / hr
NOC Code 
8612
Source 
Employer
Details 

We are a small Grounds/Property Maintenance and Landscape Company that has provided excellent and proven services to the community of Tofino BC for the past 15 years, with many of our clients being with us the full length of this time.

We are currently looking to add positive, hard working and experienced individuals to our team!

The Grounds & Landscape Worker positionat Kompact Landscape is part of a small team that provides maintenance and small landscaping services in Tofino BC .As such, employees with Kompact Landscape are expected to engage in a diverse range of activities.

Reporting to their Team Lead and Owner, the Grounds Maintenance & Landscape Worker  is primarily responsible for performing tasks required to enhance and maintain private residences, commercial buildings/ businesses and one large upscale beachfront resort. Grounds Maintenance & Landscape Workers will work in a team, completing tasks and projects as assigned by the owner and team leader.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Operating a variety of equipment to fulfill job duties; including but not limited to: leaf-blowers, hedge trimmers, lawn -trimmers , mowers,power washers, saws and compactors.
  • Operating basic hand tools such as shovels, rakes, etc.
  • Operating all equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant policies and procedures
  • Planting and maintaining shrubs/trees
  • Installing and maintaining gardens/landscaping weeding, bark mulch, watering, planting.
  • Gutter/roof cleaning and power washing
  • Repairing, maintaining and installing pavers
  • Repairing and maintaining sump pumps and drainage systems
  • Construction using landscape ties , occasional rock work, taking measurements and small concrete work
  • Maintaining a professional appearance and dealing with the public in a courteous and respectful manner at all times
  • Assisting in other physical labor tasks as required
  •  Participating in and recording pre-job meetings and tool/equipment maintenance days

Working Conditions:

This job is physically demanding and requires healthy and sober individuals with no pre-existing physical injuries or conditions.

The position will be working outdoors in all weather conditions including significant amounts of rainfall and windy conditions,

 The applicant must be able to stand/kneel and walk for extended periods of time, lift and carry heavy objects of 50 pounds+, and do repetitive tasks.

Compensation:

Wages are competitive and based on knowledge and experience will start at rates between:

$16.50 - $22.50 / hr

Job Type: Full-time 35hrs / week Tuesday - Friday  

Feb 22, 2019  -  Dec 30 2019 is the upcoming scheduled work season which may vary in length due to weather conditions.

Housing / Accommodation Requirements:

Kompact Landscape does not provide staff housing.  Applicants for positions in the company must have and will require to arrange their own sufficient housing for working in a wet outdoor environment 

Qualifications 
  • Valid driver’s license / Clean Drivers Abstract
  • Applicant with no criminal record 
  • Strictly no on the job substance use 
  • Ability to respect, safely operate and maintain a variety of equipment / tools 
  • Ability to follow specific instruction from the owner/team leader and complete tasks with little or no supervision
  • Strong communication skills, specifically the ability to convey information effectively
  • Strong active listening skills, specifically taking directions and putting them into action
  • Landscape and/or horticultural or construction experience is required

Experience:

  • Minimum 1 year (Professional Commercial Grounds Keeping / Landscape / Construction Experience )

Licence / Work Gear and Requirements:

  • British Columbia Drivers Licence or equivalent  with clean Drivers Abstract 
  • Criminal record check 
  • CSA  approved work boots and proper Work Rain Gear set
  • CSA  approved Rain Boots
  • Gloves and under layers
How to Apply 

Kompact Landscape offers a fun and challenging work environment. If you are a student looking for seasonal work, or you are looking for a permanent and rewarding position, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organization. To apply, please email your resume, clearly communicating how you meet the qualifications outlined in this posting.

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