Landscape Technician / Lead Technician

Landscapers By Nature•Calgary, AB

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Landscapers By Nature Ltd. (LBN) is an established leader in the landscape maintenance and snow removal market in Calgary. We deliver premium landscaping and snow removal services to large apartment and townhome communities. We have a strong focus on building a team with a great culture, we have a lot of fun, we enjoy working hard as a team in a fast-growing company, and we are always looking for ways to improve. We all take great pride in the work that we do and work to reach our goals together. The Landscape and Snow Removal Technician is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks in order to complete grounds maintenance service contracts. The position holder will be required to operate a variety of tools and equipment to carry out specified job tasks.

Requirements

Minimum 6 months - 1 year experience in the landscape/construction industry
Valid, clean Class 5 license (preferred for higher pay scale)
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 Supervisors
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
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record (preferred)

Responsibilities

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 Crew Lead, Field Supervisor and Regional Manager
Move and install soil, mulch and plant material to assist with the construction of landscape gardens and related areas
Perform weeding and other general garden duties
Spray and dust areas to control insects and or weeds
Snow removal in Winter
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 Crew Leads/Field Supervisors in other work-related duties including construction projects, shop and yard maintenance, vehicle and equipment maintenance
Wear appropriate PPE 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