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Landscape Construction Foreperson – #4620 – L

Job Developer:
Karen Cake
  • Full Time
  • Beamsville
  • Posted on March 29
  • This position has been filled.
  • Wage: $25.00-$32.00/hour depending on experience
  • Job ID: 4620
LandArt

LandArt

LandArt is a high-end residential landscape construction business located in the heart of wine country in Beamsville, ON. We service the Golden Horseshoe area, working anywhere from Mississauga to Hamilton to Niagara Falls. Our company loves natural stone and we look for ways to apply it into our designs so that our projects can stand the test of time. Quality workmanship is the standard we set for everything we do. We offer career opportunities that will provide year-round employment, complete with health care benefits and a pension plan, as well as professional development possibilities, including apprenticeships in horticultural technician, carpentry, and stone masonry. We are seeking a hard-working individual with a commitment to customer service to join our close-knit team of professionals as a Landscape Construction Foreperson!

Summary:

The Landscape Construction Foreperson is responsible for overseeing all on-site aspects of landscape construction projects, including planning labor requirements, equipment requirements and material deliveries and timing to ensure completion of job(s) within project deadlines.

Typical Hours: 6:15 AM – 5 PM Weekdays, increased/decreased as needed

Reports To: Operations Manager

Compensation:

  • $25.00 – $32.00/hr, depending on experience
  • Health care benefits
  • Pension plan
  • Company phone
  • Potential of company vehicle
Duties:
  • Supervise, coordinate, and schedule the day to day work activities of a landscape construction crew of 2 to 4 employees
  • Conduct on-site orientations with new employees and employees in new positions, which cover all company health and safety policies, practices, and procedures
  • Ensure that all work activities are carried out in compliance with local and company health and safety laws and regulations at shop/yard and jobsites
  • Maintain and enforce standards of cleanliness and organization in assigned trucks, trailers, equipment, jobsites, and shop/yard areas
  • Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner
  • Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications to complete work activities
  • Assist in the preparation of jobsites prior to the beginning of a project
  • Manage the execution of construction projects, planning labor requirements, equipment requirements and material deliveries and timing to ensure completion of job(s) within project deadlines
  • Delegate job tasks to appropriate crew members to assist in the completion of landscape constructions
  • Meet with subcontractors and supervise quality, efficiency, and deadlines
  • Assist in the landscape construction of patios, walkways, gardens, retaining solutions, walls, etc.
  • Use and apply basic plant knowledge
  • Operate various tools and equipment, including: heavy equipment, chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, hammers, drills, etc.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting inspections, lubricating, and cleaning on a daily basis
  • Complete and submit all required paperwork on a daily basis, including: daily site meeting logs, crew daily forms, equipment daily inspection forms, attendance tracking, time and materials billing summaries, requests for time off, etc.
  • Comply with all company policies and regulations
Requirements:
  • Completion of high school (some college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training would be beneficial)
  • Minimum of 7-10 years' experience in the landscape or construction industry
  • Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
  • Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
  • Time management skills
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record
  • Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices
  • Speak, read, and write English
  • Carry and use a smart phone or data-enabled device for communication and reporting

Work Conditions:

  • Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, heavy equipment, and materials
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Requires good manual dexterity
  • Requires excellent stamina
  • Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis
  • Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold
  • Must be able to work flexible hours including occasional Saturday work

If you or someone you know might be interested in working with us at LandArt, email your resume to:

admin@landart.net or call us at 289-439-0018

You can find more information about LandArt on our website:

www.landart.net

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