Landscape Maintenance Labour

  • squamish

Job Summary

The Maintenance Labourer assists the Maintenance Supervisor on all fieldwork as it relates to the maintenance department.

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Responsibilities

  • Assist the Maintenance Supervisor in completing assigned tasks on job sites
  • Ensure equipment is maintained and in good working order.
  • Always inspect equipment prior to use
  • Notify management of deficiencies in equipment
  • Complete required training on all equipment and Company policies and procedures
  • Act as a Company ambassador whenever in uniform
  • Polite, professional attitude
  • Provide exceptional customer service
  • Maintain an ordered appearance as described in the Operations Manual
  • Be courteous to the general public
  • Participate in safety related meetings (toolbox talks) and wear correct Personal Protective Equipment as required

Job Specifications Education

  • Completion of Secondary School
  • Post-secondary education in the field of horticulture an asset
  • Industry certifications an asset (ie: Pesticide Applicator)

Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years industry experience or education equivalent
  • Experience working in an outdoor, laborious position

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of local plant life
  • Mechanical aptitude (troubleshooting)
  • Previous experience with landscape machinery (mowers, line trimmers, blowers)
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Comfortable working in a team environment
  • Looking to expand on your education and love of horticulture.
  • Want to work for a company that cares about your safety and promotes from within?
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Positive attitude coming to site and dealing with our members internally and externally.
  • Good communication skills
  • Team player attitude
  • Strong work ethic, with a can-do attitude

Physical Requirements

This position is 100% labour and as such, individuals must be in good physical condition and be able to lift weight in excess of 50 lbs, bending, crouching, twisting, and standing/walking for long periods of time.

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