Full-Time Labourer, Grounds Maintenance (Semi-Skilled, Crew Lead Hand) in Toronto
Job Description
Languages
English
Education
Completion of high school; Some college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training
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Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Not applicable
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Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
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Work Setting
Landscape contractor; Commercial establishment; Private home; Landscape maintenance
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Type of Machinery or Equipment
Sod cutter; Weed trimmer/edger; Roto-tiller; Snow removal truck; Front-end loader; Pick-up truck; Small engine equipment
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Specific Skills
Assist with landscape constructions; Weed, prune and trim trees and plants; Cut grass; Rake/ collect refuse; Remove litter and garbage; Cart and spread topsoil and other materials; Lay sod or seed; Plant bulbs, flowers, shrubs and trees; Apply fertilizers; Water lawns/gardens; Clear snow (manually, mechanized equipment, truck or scraper); Construct walkways and driveways; Repair and maintain equipment; Write daily basic progress reports
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Own Tools/Equipment
Steel-toed safety boots; Safety glasses/goggles; Gloves; Ear plugs; Mask
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Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Tight deadlines; Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Ability to distinguish between colours; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Work Site Environment
Outdoors
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Transportation/Travel Information
Own transportation; Own vehicle; Valid driver’s licence
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Work Location Information
Urban area; Various locations; On-site customer service
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Essential Skills
Reading text; Document use; Numeracy; Writing; Communication; Working with others; Problem solving; Decision making; Critical thinking; Job task planning and organizing; Significant use of memory; Finding information; Continuous learning
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Other Information
This is a F/T seasonal position with P/T winter work. It requires grounds maintenance experience including truck-trailer & snow plowing. Central GTA Client Base.
How to Apply
Please e-mail Resume to: employment@pagodagardening.comWe encourage all candidates who have the right mix of skills, abilities and a passion for excellence to apply. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.