3 Landscaping jobs

Job Overview: Assist the Landscape Designers with taking clients ideas and visions to create a functional, beautiful outdoor space, with potential to take a design from start to install to finish. Collaborate with Production manager when starting new build Projects. Duties: •    Learn & Follow TLC Process •    Assist Designers & Production with following             o    Add client info to CRM                 o    Design and quotation of landscape projects             o    Review & Create Proposals, Takeoffs, Notes, Etc.             o    Preparation of Design & Portfolio for Customers             o    Assistance to Designers with Consultation, Take Notes             o    Site Analysis             o    Locates & Permit Assistance             o    Preparation of Notes & Packages for Crews             o    Inputting Materials & Invoices to CRM              o    Customer Support, Material Runs, Errands             o    Minor Quotes •    Home Show Productions, Setup & Working Booth •    Working with Crews when necessary •    Winter snow removal (as applicable) Job Requirements: •    Landscape Experience and Education •    AutoCAD skills are essential  •    Knowledge of Sketchup Software •    Microsoft Office Skills •    G License required and non-negotiable. D or A License Benefit Is working at TLC challenging and rewarding? We are an award-winning landscape services company with over 125 employees, in business since 1986. We promise our clients quality, reliability and beautiful landscapes. Our work makes a difference in peoples’ lives. We have a safe, healthy, respectful team work environment, with positive managers and co-workers. Customers that appreciate the hard work we do for them. We also try to have fun at work and socialize with each other at many team and family functions. As part of our team, you will contribute to our success. You will thrive in an organized work environment with the best tools and equipment. Benefit from competitive pay, incentives, and health benefits, including guaranteed year-round income. With constant learning and training, your skills will consistently improve, as will your opportunities for growth. If you see yourself fitting into our culture, we encourage you to apply at TLC.CA/CAREERS . Job Type: Full-time Salary: $16.00 to $19.00 /hour

Job Description  – Service Team Apprectice Position Description  : Service Team Member Basic Function:  The Service Team Member position is responsible and accountable to support the Service Team Leader for the day-to-day operation of the service team: Support Service Team Leader in matters relating to the efficient and effective operation of their service team Apprentice under a Senior Service Team Leader to develop skills and knowledge required to be promoted to a Junior Service Team Leader. Service work done by Blue Jay Sprinkler Systems Inc. which includes, but is not limited to, the supply of all materials, labour and scheduling for all Residential, Commercial and Golf work For ensuring the maintenance, upkeep and repair of all facilities, equipment, and vehicles owned, leased or otherwise under the control of Blue Jay used for service and customer care purposes Participate in all training programs that are provided by Blue Jay Irrigation To uphold Blue Jay standards of work and efficiency Must maintain an appearance appropriate for the position and situation Service Fully responsible to support the Service Team Leader for the day to day operations of the service team Continually developing skills and knowledge by asking proper questions and being hands on when training with Senior Service Team Leader Taking the initiative to learn hands on daily Monitor and manage job and schedule progress Have Customer Care Team call clients if you are falling behind in your schedule Work with the customer care team to ensure customer satisfaction is high Follow direction of the Service Team Leader Endeavour to build team moral at all times Ensures you recognize the customer is the first priority Participate in daily service team meetings Maintain in-depth relations with all Team Leaders and Team Members from the service teams as well as staff members from other departments Endeavour to build team moral at all times, striving to reduce employee turnover Manage unbillable time efficiencies to Blue Jay Standards Implement service job process Quickly respond to quality control issues, warranty related or otherwise Conduct himself/herself in a professional manager, keeping open lines of communication with customers and/or contractors to develop relationships and maintain strong customer retention Ensure the maintenance of the service fleet is up kept within predetermined budgetary guidelines Establish, monitor and enforce the security procedures in place at Blue Jay Sprinkler Systems Inc. to protect the corporate assets Use Hindsite software effectively, ensure you time-in & out, write good notes, enter all parts used and complete assessments If you can’t complete a work order during allotted time, ensure you write good notes and description of remaining for work for repair team Establish and maintain adequate controls to safeguard the inventory and minimize handling, storage, and damage costs Training/Health & Safety Ensure you are thoroughly trained in your duties and responsibilities Ensure you are attending weekly, monthly and annual Health & Safety meetings Ensure all Health & Safety Documentation and WHMIS data sheets are kept up to date and are in the service truck binders Ensure you are following Blue Jay Sprinkler Systems Inc. & jobsite regulations and procedures Desired Qualifications:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete all areas outline for this position in a satisfactory manner: The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities necessary to meet the minimum job requirements of this position Reasonable accommodation may be made in enable individual with disability to perform these essential functions The candidate of service team member should have some sort of post-secondary education with a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent Preference will go to candidate who has experience in the irrigation industry Must have field experience with computer scheduling software Must have the skills and knowledge to keep all lines of communication open between all of the departments at Blue Jay Irrigation The sense of sight, speech (English), and hearing are required, must posses excellent verbal and written communications skills Must be a highly organized person who can monitor and manage numerous projects at once and can prioritize the workloads of the reporting employees Must have previous experience dealing with training programs, WHMIS, safety regulations and procedures and quality control issues. Additional Qualifications:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the candidate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods of time He/she may also be required to stand and/or walk and/or dig for long period of time while completing other duties and responsibilities The candidate must have a full range of body movements including the use of his/her hands to finger, handle, and feel objects such as computer or installation equipment The ability to bend the body, to reach for objects, and to crouch when needed is also required The candidate must have command of four senses: sight, hearing, touch, and smell Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus The candidate must have the ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Working Conditions: The normal workday will be from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, however, the hours may be long when specific projects are due, thus some extended schedules will be necessary Will work in an outdoor environments Extensive travel will be necessary, as well as minor job-to-job travel, a truck will be provided. Reporting Relationships:  The Service Team Member reports directly to and is fully accountable to the Service Team Leader. Education: Completion of a preferred degree at an accredited college or university or equivalent experience Completion of a high school diploma at an accredited secondary school or approved equivalent Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT) Job Type: Full-time Compensation Salary: $16.00 to $18.00 /hour Benefits Plan RRSP Plan Winters off with Top Up Paid training and certification Growth Opportunities Rewards System Click here to apply online

LOOKING FOR A FULL TIME LANDSCAPER WHO WANTS A LIFE OUTSIDE OF WORK! Are you tired of working long hours just to get a few extra bucks at the end of the week? BlueStone Properties has the solution; we pay overtime rates for any weeks exceeding 44 hours. Do you wish you could spend more time with family or friends but rarely have the time because you are working late and often on weekends? Our team averages 40 - 44 hours a week throughout the year, and no weekend work from spring until winter. Wish you could get away for a vacation? Our employees receive 2 weeks paid holidays the first year with 3 weeks paid holidays after 3 years of service - available any time of the year. Need a massage because your back is killing you? We offer a full company paid benefits package. Feeling sick or have an appointment during work hours but don’t want to lose any pay? We provide 10 paid personal emergency days per year available as needed. This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic and committed individual looking for more than just a job. By joining our team you’ll see perks that are hard to find in the Landscape Industry. Full benefit package provided Annual performance appraisals. Company clothing provided for both summer and winter, including a yearly boot allowance. Paid holidays to be used anytime throughout the year. 10 paid personal emergency days for each employee. Rotating weekends off during winter season. Active company social committee providing special events throughout the year, including BBQ’s, summer picnic, potlucks, and a Christmas party. Continuous training available to employees. If you are looking for the perfect Work–Life balance then BlueStone Properties may be the place for you.   Position Summary Working at various sites in the Landscape Division, the Landscape Labourer provides year-round grounds care and landscape installations to a growing portfolio of residential apartments, commercial properties and industrial space. This full-time position covers all facets of landscape management during all four seasons. Benefit package is provided and wage is commensurate with experience. Working Conditions Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly Must have ability to be on-call overnight and on weekends during the winter season Skills and Knowledge Minimum 2 years’ related work experience. Secondary school diploma A valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract Able to work both in a team and independently Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work Ability to operate and maintain grounds equipment and vehicles including lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers, tractors, skid steers, truck-trailer combinations, etc. Horticultural technician or designer certificate would be considered an asset