Landscaper Crew Lead

Responsibilities: Lead a crew of Landscapers, planning workloads and organizing team projects Assist in training new Landscapers and providing guidance to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently Liaise with Leaders to provide updates on the condition of the sites and report any needs or concerns Responsible for transporting equipment to various sites as required Ensure equipment is fueled and in good operating condition Ensure that the Associates are motivated to maintain a clean and organized workplace, including the equipment sheds Operate and perform basic maintenance on different equipment related to landscaping Ensure site cleanliness Flexible on-call hours required between the hours of 6 am through 9 pm (including weekends) Remove heavy furniture, garbage and appliances from suites and around the site Complete Requests for Maintenance Snow and ice removal, sanding and salting, completion of snow and ice removal logs Ensure lawns are cut, trimmed, watered, edged, and free of weeds Apply weed killer and fertilizer Ensure all trees, hedges, and flowerbeds are free of weeds and trimmed and dead trees are removed Parking lots: sweep, wash, lines and keep all catch basins clear of foreign debris Repair and stain fences Building exterior: eves cleared, siding, lights working, signage clean and visible Spring clean-up: hazard line painting, irrigation start-up, power washing, planting, filling potholes, etc. Fall clean-up: leaf removal, close off (blow out) irrigation; winterize gardens and beds, trees trimmed, etc. Painting halls, suites, parkades & other common areas Ensure contractors arrive as per scheduled timelines and complete their work as per the conditions of contract Ensure proper and accurate inventory management Complete other tasks and assist other sites as required Experience and Educational Requirements: Landscaping team lead experience required 2 years Landscaping Service experience required Small engine repair training or certification an asset Professional training and experience in all aspects of equipment operation, lawn maintenance and winter landscaping responsibility Technical Requirements: Working knowledge of English both verbal and written Driver’s license required with ability to drive truck with trailer Ability to operate a skid steer and train others to do so in a safe manner Ability to effectively drive up to a 2 1/2-ton (4 x 4) Supercab truck with a trailer (up to 20 feet in length) – subject to successful driving test Ability to operate smaller equipment including sweepers, lawn mowers, snow blowers and small tractors Familiarity with technology is an asset Non-Technical Requirements: Ability to spend up to eight hours walking, standing, climbing stairs, lifting Ability to maneuver up to 90kg with the proper equipment Strong commitment to providing excellent customer service Ability to take responsibility for all actions and decisions and to follow through Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making capabilities Strong planning and organizational skills coupled with ability to multi-task and prioritize Ability to work independently and with other Associates in a team environment Demonstrates a positive attitude, enthusiasm and assertiveness Posting for bwalk.com