landscaping foreman/woman

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Tasks: Hire, supervise and schedule staff. Plan and direct grounds maintenance. Organize and direct construction of decks and decorative or retaining walls. Maintain work records and logs. Read blueprints and drawings. Repair and maintain equipment. Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies. Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality. Supervision: 1 to 2 people. Equipment and machinery experience: Backhoe. Chain saw. Front end loader. Pick-up truck. Small engine equipment. Sod cutter. Area of specialization: Landscape construction. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Own transportation. Vehicle supplied by employer. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. 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. Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots. Gloves. Personal suitability: Client focus. Excellent oral communication. Initiative. Judgement. Team player. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Mileage paid. Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer. Team building opportunities. Transportation provided by employer. Variable or compressed work week. Location Saanichton , BC V8M 0C2 Work location On site Salary $ 37.00 HOUR hourly / 40 hours per week Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time Starts as soon as possible Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits, Other benefits vacancies 1 vacancy Source Job Bank #3650917 Various locations Saanichton, BC