Full-Time

Foreman/Woman, Landscaping

Posted on Mar 03

Chinook Gardener

Calgary, AB

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Client focus; Judgement

Ability to Supervise

1 to 2 people; Staff in various areas of responsibility; 3-4 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Large workload

Transportation/Travel Information

Vehicle supplied by employer; Valid driver's licence

Work Site Environment Outdoors; Hot

Own Tools/Equipment

Safety equipment/gear; Steel-toed safety boots; Gloves

Security and Safety Driver's validity licence check

Area of Specialization

Tree service; Landscape construction; Grounds maintenance; Design

Additional Skills

Plan and estimate labour and materials; Maintain work records and logs; Read blueprints and drawings

Equipment and Machinery Experience

Sod cutter; Small engine equipment; Pick-up truck; Chain saw

Specific Skills

Resolve work related problems; Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies; Plan and direct grounds maintenance; Organize and direct planting of trees, gardens and lawns; Establish work schedules and procedures; Plan, manage and supervise landscape construction work

Experience 5 years or more

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificateor equivalent experience

Languages English

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