Landscape Construction Foreman Equipment Operator

Landscape Construction Foreman / Equipment Operator

Victoria Garden City Tree & Landscape Ltd.

Location: Victoria BC

Job Description

We are hiring an experienced Landscape Construction Foreman / Equipment Operator to lead and complete residential and commercial landscape projects throughout Greater Victoria.

This is a hands-on role combining equipment operation crew leadership and landscape construction. Youll operate mini excavators and excavators lead a small crew and take ownership of completing straightforward projects safely efficiently and within budget.

Our projects are typically smaller and more focused than large civil construction projects giving experienced operators and foremen the opportunity to work with less complexity see the finished product and build beautiful outdoor spaces while developing new landscape construction skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate mini excavators for site preparation excavation drainage grading and backfilling.
• Lead and coordinate a small crew to complete projects safely efficiently and on schedule.
• Lead or assist with hardscape and softscape installations including patios pavers driveways retaining walls planting sod and mulch.
• Use skid steers and other landscape equipment as required.
• Perform trenching drainage irrigation and pipe installation.
• Read grades slopes plans and assist with site layout.
• Track materials equipment and job progress.
• Complete required safety documentation and follow proper excavation and ground disturbance procedures.
• Work confidently around houses underground utilities and existing infrastructure.
• Maintain equipment and keep the job site organized.
• Communicate with the Project Manager and take ownership of completing the job on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 5 years of equipment operating experience with extensive mini excavator or excavator experience.
• 2 years of Foreman or equivalent crew leadership experience.
• Proven experience managing crews and completing projects safely efficiently and within budget.
• Strong experience with excavation and ground disturbance in British Columbia.
• Confident working around houses foundations underground utilities and existing infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of utility locates and proper excavation procedures.
• Experience with grading drainage trenching and backfilling.
• Ability to read plans and understand grades and elevations.
• Strong leadership communication organization and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable accountable and able to work independently.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence.
• Ability to perform hands-on physical work outdoors.

Assets

• Landscaping experience
• Ground Disturbance certification.
  
• Civil construction experience.
• Experience with skid steers loaders compactors and other construction equipment.
• Paver and hardscape construction experience.
• Retaining wall and drainage experience.

Compensation

• $37$45 per hour depending on skills and experience.

Benefits

• Extended Health and Dental Benefits.
• Health Spending Account.
• Life Insurance.
• Quality work clothing.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• On-site free parking.
• Access to in-house mulch and soil for personal use.
• Free coffee from our in-office machine.
• Monthly team gatherings with food and beverages.
• Supportive friendly and safe work environment.

Schedule

Regular: Monday to Friday 7:30 AM 4:00 PM

Seasonal Hours (MaySeptember): Monday to Thursday 7:00 AM 5:30 PM

Work Location

Various residential and commercial work sites throughout Greater Victoria.

About Us

Garden City Tree & Landscape Ltd. is a leading landscaping company serving Greater Victoria for over twenty years. We take pride in quality craftsmanship safety professional development and providing our employees with competitive wages quality equipment benefits and opportunities for growth.

If youre coming from civil construction excavation or another heavy equipment environment this is an opportunity to bring your experience into landscape construction work on smaller and more focused projects and see the finished product while building beautiful outdoor spaces.

Our Core Values
Respect for Individuals
Personal Accountability
Quality of Work
Safe Work Environment
Peer Support
Client Experience

Required Experience:

Senior IC