Landscaping foreman/woman

Wheatland Trees Ltd. based in Strathmore, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Landscaping foreman/woman who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Seasonal employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Weekend, Early Morning and Morning. The position of Landscaping foreman/woman has been approved by the LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment).

Employer Name: Wheatland Trees Ltd.
Position: Landscaping foreman/woman
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $15.65 hourly for 80 to 140 hours bi-weekly
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: Strathmore, AB

Job Description

  • The candidate will be responsible for planning and directing grounds maintenance.
  • The candidate must organise and direct the planting of trees, gardens, and lawns.
  • The candidate must organise and direct the construction of fences, decks, and walls.
  • The candidate must plan, manage, and supervise landscape construction work.
  • The candidate will be expected to keep work records and logs.
  • The candidate must be able to read blueprints and drawings.
  • The candidate will be expected to repair and maintain equipment.
  • The candidate must requisition or order materials, equipment, and supplies.
  • The candidate will be expected to solve work-related issues.

Job Requirements

  • The candidate should be fluent in English language.
  • There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
  • Training will be provided to the selected candidate.
  • The candidate will be expected to supervise employees in a variety of areas of responsibility.
  • The candidate should be client focused.
  • The candidate should have excellent oral communication skills.
  • The candidate must be capable of acting on their own initiative.
  • The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
  • The candidate should be a good team player.

Work site environment

  • The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
  • The candidate must be able to work in hot conditions.

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

  • The candidate must have prior experience with a backhoe, chain saw, pick-up truck, small engine equipment, a tractor, and a tractor mower.

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate must have a valid driver’s license.
  • The candidate must be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
  • The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
  • The candidate must finished the work with in the given time line.
  • The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
  • The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
  • The candidate should have an eye for details.
  • The candidate must be able to distinguish between colours.
  • The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
  • The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
  • The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
  • The candidate will be expected to manage a large workload.

Own tools/equipment

  • The candidate must have their own steel-toed safety boots and gloves.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

By mail

253022 TWP 234
Wheatland County, AB
T1P 0Z7

By fax

403-934-2854

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