Summer Landscape Crew Member - www.sakuragardens.ca
We are seeking that special someone to join our top notch team during the spring and summer seasons. Working days are Monday-Saturday in May and June, and Monday-Friday in July and August. This role may also involve working some Saturdays in July if needed. Education and experience in landscape management not necessary but is an asset.
Main Duties
· Garden maintenance – cultivating, weeding, fertilizing, perennial care, pruning
· Available for early morning starts to load truck and trailer, and water and weed plant inventory
· Near the end of workday load trailer and clean work site, including sweeping and blowing
· Operate small equipment like backpack blowers, hedge trimers, etc.
· Plant trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals
· Build gardens – site setup, digging and wheelbarrowing, planting and mulching
· Lay flagstone and place armour stone
· Learn and expand knowledge of landscape maintenance and garden installation
· Take direction and work alongside team leaders and supervisors
· Follow on-site health and safety procedures
· Use Jobber software to track time and input notes when required
Job Requirements
· High school diploma
· Landscape experience is an asset
· Physically capable of lifting 40 pounds of more, wheelbarrowing, and repetitive tasks
· Must be able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
· High attention to detail
· Team oriented and able to complete all tasks assigned
· Problem-solving skills necessary to solve team and/or client issues on site
· Hard working and self-motivated
· Willingness to work as part of a team
· Must provide a valid G2 driver’s license and sometimes provide own transportation to job sites
Miscellaneous Information
· Provides own transportation
· Basic tools provided for $200 and bought back at the end of summer for $180
· Contract signed at start of employment
· Subcontractor status for short-term work - taxes not deducted with each paycheque
· Competitive pay; progression plan established and linked with pay increases
Sakura Gardens is passionate about creating a work environment where each crew member can excel to their fullest potential while enjoying what they do.
We look forward to hearing back from you!