Maintenance Foreman

Job Number: 06

Permanent   |  Orangeville, Ontario   |  Posted on Feb 19, 2019

Welcome to Whispering Pines- we are a destination company that truly care about our employees. We are growing and gearing up for Spring! We are currently recruiting in our Maintenance Division for Foreman/ Crew Leads.

This position would provide year-round work - with snow removal during the winter months. Visit our website to learn more about us, and the type of projects we complete.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Plan and organize day-to-day site activities
  • Employee training and instruction
  • Demonstrate excellent knowledge of best maintenance practices
  • Client interaction and satisfaction
  • Keep equipment and truck maintained and organized
  • Safe operation of all tools and equipment
  • Job site kept neat and orderly
  • Paperwork including timecards and accounting for on-site materials used
  • Job accountability regarding contracts
  • Sales Assist

What we offer:

  • Year-round work, with snow removal in the winter seasons
  • Company provided cell phones, loaded with our own apps to track material and time. No more loose papers!
  • Room to grow and expand in your desired field
  • Monthly staff parties – BBQ’s, Patio Parties, Breakfast etc!
  • A huge year end bash for you and your significant other
  • Profit sharing programs- Year-end bonus!
  • Company provided uniforms

What you offer:

  • Ability to train others in the safe operation of equipment regularly used in the landscape field, such as zero turn mowers, blowers, and weed trimmers.
  • Excellent knowledge of best lawn maintenance practices.
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Willingness to teach and learn from others

Experience

  • A minimum of 2 years landscape maintenance experience

Education

  • Certifications in areas of safety and equipment operation - including WHMIS, CPR, First AID, etc.
  • College Diploma, Apprenticeship, CHT, University degree in Horticulture or Landscape Technology an asset.

Wages/Benefits:

  • Minimum Starting Wage of $18.00/hour
  • Maximum wage of $26.00/hour
  • Employees having training including CHT, College Diploma, Completion of an Apprenticeship Program or a University Degree all in related fields may be eligible for a higher rate of pay.
  • For additional benefits please see the Employee Handbook.


Job summary

Company

Whispering Pines Landscaping

Job Type

Permanent

Location

Orangeville, Ontario

Start Date

Apr 01, 2019