Landscape Lead Hand
Job Summary
Company:Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada Limited
Locations:Brantford Ontario
Additional Locations:NA
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:225591
Position Overview
We are currently seeking afull-time Landscape Lead Handto work in our landscaping division.
Job Duties
- Safely and efficiently lead crews in providing landscaping care for our clients
- Direct multiple crews and equipment for various work sites
- Provide support and expertise and leadership on more specialized jobs
- Complete Quality Control worksite inspections
- Provide mentorship and training to staff and oversee employee development
- Abide by Davey and industry safety policies and procedures
Qualifications
- 3 years experience in landscaping both hardscaping and softscaping
- Experience leading a team
- Plant knowledge and identification will be considered and large asset
- Ability to read and understand drawings and quote is required
- Experience using landscape equipment is a requirement (eg. sod cutter dethatcher shears pole shears )
- Experience using grass cutting equipment is an advantage but not a requirement (eg. push mower zero turn tractor trimmer)
- Experience using lawn care equipment is an advantage but not a requirement (eg. aerator roller spreader)
- G Class drivers license and a clean drivers abstract
- Problem solving and time management will be an asset
- Experience driving truck with flatbed trailer
- Ability to lift 40 to 50 lbs
- Customer service experienced preferred
Additional Information
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- $25 to $28 / hour depending on experience
- 4% Vacation Pay
- Up to 40 hours a week
- Great working environment and close-knit team
- Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
- Employee Referral Program and other company perks
- Permanent full time employees are eligible for benefits RRSP/TFSA matching and employee stock purchase program
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class including race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression national or ethnic origin marital or familial status disability status as a protected veteran status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person or other classification protected by law.
The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada Limited is committed to scientifically based horticultural and environmental services with outstanding client service. TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential utility commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients each other and the world around us. We offer the resources size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career theres a place for you at Davey. To learn more visit .
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About Company
With over 130 years of experience, you can rely on Davey’s safe, professional tree services for your home, like tree trimming, tree health inspections, tree removal, tree fertilization, and cabling and bracing. Find a local office near you to schedule a free tree consultation today.