Gardener, landscape
Coastal Grounds Maintenance Ltd based in Burnaby, BC is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Gardener, landscape 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 Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Weekend, Overtime, To be determined, Early Morning, Morning and 07:30 to 16:00.
Employer Name: Coastal Grounds Maintenance Ltd
Position: Gardener, landscape
No. of vacancies: 10
Salary: $19.00 to $26.00 hourly (to be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Burnaby, BC
Also hiring: Postal Clerk
Hiring: Gardener, landscape
Job Description
- The candidate must survey and evaluate designated sites.
- The candidate must water and care for plants, lawns, and/or gardens.
- The candidate will be expected to apply fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, pesticides, and other lawn care products.
- The candidate will be expected to perform a variety of treatments such as pruning, spraying, repairing damaged areas, and injecting treatment solutions.
- The candidate must assess the health of lawns.
- The candidate will be expected to direct crews responsible for the health and appearance of golf courses and their surrounding landscapes.
- The candidate will be expected to examine trees and shrubs in order to diagnose problems and disease.
- The candidate must plan and coordinate the growth and use of plants for landscaping, ornamental purposes, and other purposes.
- The candidate must plant and maintain private and public lawns and gardens.
- The candidate must plant and move trees.
Job Requirements
- The candidate should be fluent in English or French languages.
- There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
- The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.
- The candidate should be client focused.
- The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
- The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
- The candidate must be well-organized.
- The candidate should be reliable.
- The candidate should be a good team player.
Work site environment
- The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
Work setting
- The candidate must work in an urban area.
- The candidate will be required to work in various locations.
- The candidate must work in a lawn care company and a nursery – horticulture.
- The candidate must work as a landscape contractor.
Experience and specialization
Landscaping experience
- The candidate must have prior experience with landscaping residential projects, commercial and/or industrial construction, institutional construction, park and recreation sites, and sports fields.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate should be subjected to a thorough criminal background check.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- The candidate should have an eye for details.
- The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
- The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
- The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
- The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
Own tools/equipment
- The candidate must have their own steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, gloves, ear plugs, and a safety vest.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.
By email