supervisor, landscaping

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated

Work setting

• Landscape maintenance

Responsibilities Tasks

• Plan and direct grounds maintenance
• Plan, manage and supervise landscape construction work
• Maintain work records and logs
• Repair and maintain equipment
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Adjust equipment, valves, pumps and controls and process equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical or mechanical systems failures
• Supervise crew members
• Spread sand or salt on sidewalks for snow or ice control
• Read and interpret specifications or follow verbal instructions
• Prepare and maintain cleanliness of collection areas
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance work
• Operate and maintain off-loading liquid pumps and valves
• Monitor equipment to detect wear and damage
• Maintain inventory of equipment
• Maintain equipment
• Load, unload and transport construction materials
• Lay sod or seed
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Inspect to ensure that safe working conditions are maintained
• Ensure compliance with government regulations
• Cut grass
• Co-ordinate maintenance and repair services
• Assist in pruning trees, shrubs and plants
• Pick up and deliver materials
• Prepare solution of gas or liquid, reagents, and sample formulations
• Clean snow and ice from walkways and parking areas
• Develop and implement schedules and procedures for safety inspections and preventive maintenance programs
• Ensure safety procedures are followed
• Weeding

Supervision

• 3-4 people
• Small engine and equipment mechanics

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• Truck

Instrument experience

• Mechanical
• Precision measuring instrument

Equipment and machinery experience

• Front end loader
• Pick-up truck
• Small engine equipment
• Tractor
• Skidsteer
• Hydraulic system

Vehicle and equipment experience

• De-icing sprayers

Area of work experience

• Snow removal
• Landscaping

Area of specialization

• Lawn care
• Grounds maintenance
• Landscape construction
• Plant knowledge and identification

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves
• Safety vest

Personal suitability

• Judgement
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers