Landscaping Project Manager Jobs in Calgary, AB (NOW HIRING)

Company

Landscapers By Nature Ltd. (LBN) is an established leader in the landscape maintenance and snow removal market in Calgary. We deliverpremiumlandscaping and snow removal services to large apartment and townhome communities.

What we do isn't really what matters.Whydo we do it? 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. You've never worked for a trades business like this before.

Why work with LBN?

• Day work only! 6:30AM earliest start time (many snow companies work nights, not us!)
• Company Paid Health & Wellness benefits (including workwear)
• 4 day work week (Monday to Thursday) in Summer
• 4 Shop locations in Calgary to help you work closer to home (SE, SW, NE X2)
• Year round work - landscaping in the Summer months, snow removal in Winter
  
• 10+ yrs in business, team of 50, scholarship programs, and monthly gift card prize opportunities!
• The best team in the city (world?) with a stellar company culture

Summary:

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.

Position Type & Schedule:Full time with seasonal fluctuations - expect to be busier during spring/fall season changes, and slightly less in the middle of summer and winter. Summer is a 4 day work week (Monday to Thursday) with occasional Friday and Saturday's, Winter is on-call - we work when Mother Nature says we do!

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

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 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

Requirements:

• Preference will be given to those with minimum 6 months - 1 year experience in the landscape/construction industry
• Those with valid, clean Class 5 licenses are eligible for the higher end of the pay scale.
• Those without valid, clean Class 5 licenses are eligible to earn up to $22.50.
• 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
  
• 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 push, pull and 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
• Flexible working hours including occasional weekend work

*Pay Scale Based on Experience, Skills and Qualifications in the Landscape and snow removal industry.

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