Landscape Working Foreman

Job Number: 1

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LANDSCAPE ASSISTANT FOREMAN

Job Title: Landscape Assistant Foreman 
Website: www.pathwaystoperennials.com
Contact: angie@pathwaystoperennials.com
Starting Salary: $30/hour, plus vacation pay 4% 
Season: April - November

The Landscape Assistant Foreman is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks (including physical labour) in order to assist with the completion of landscape construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with Project Foreman to understand landscape project;
• Assist in the preparation of jobsites prior to the beginning of a project;
• Organize, direct and assist team of 1 to 3 employees in construction of patios, water features, ponds, planting and gardens;
• Provide training on job-related skills to labourers;
• Plan and estimate the material and labour requirements for individual contracts;
• Ordering of job-related materials, equipment, and supplies;
• Operate various tools and equipment, including: chainsaws, measurement equipment, shovels, drills, etc.;
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools, equipment and vehicles by conducting inspections, lubricating, and cleaning on a daily basis;
• Dig ditches, trenches, gardens, or patio bases;
• Edge and mulch gardens, install trees, shrubs and perennials;
• Perform land clearing activities;
• Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment required to complete landscape construction projects;
• Read and interpret drawings, structural drawings, and specifications to perform work activities;
• Report on and be accountable for crew efficiency, purchase of materials, equipment, and supplies.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• College (or equivalent) diploma or certificate;
• Five years or more experience as a landscape foreperson or comparable experience, particularly in landscape construction;
• Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner.
• Equipment including: sod cutter, front end loader, forklift, small engine equipment, tractor, and chain saw;
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written);
• Time management skills;
• Ability to read and interpret designs and specifications, plan and estimate labour and materials;
• Must possess a valid driver’s license;
• Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices;
• Ability to work both independently, and as part of a team;
• Ability to resolve work related problems;
• Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasks
• Proficiency in English.

Work Conditions:

• Outdoors;
• Fast-paced;
• Large workload;
• Tight deadlines;
• Physically demanding;
• Handling heavy loads;
• Manual dexterity;
• Attention to detail;
• Combination of: standing for extended periods, lifting, walking, bending, crouching, and kneeling.

What Pathways to Perennials Provides Assistant Foreman

• 1 week company shut down in the summer, work-life balance is important
• Minimal weekend work – operates Monday-Friday generally.
• Company uniforms and work boot allowance
• Cell phone – we provide a cell phone for on the job use.
• Direct deposit to ensure you receive your pay in a timely manner

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