Welcome To Blue Grass Ltd - Applying For The Landscape Maintenance Worker Position

Blue Grass Nursery, Sod & Garden Centre

Landscape Maintenance

Job description:

Do you love the outdoors and physical activity? Blue Grass, is looking for hardworking, reliable people to work on our commercial landscaping crews. Landscape crew members will be responsible for performing a variety of work tasks to complete grounds maintenance in our City Parks. Successful candidates will be required to operate various tools and equipment and complete landscaping tasks ensuring that all work performed meets the Blue Grass standard of excellence.

Shifts are Monday – Saturday working 10–12-hour days (with overtime pay)

What's in it for you:

This position offers a generous wage starting at $18.00 an hour based on experience.
We are a comfortable 5-minute commute from Calgary, with convenient access from surrounding areas.
Pleasant outdoor work activities for those who love being outdoors!

Duties & Responsibilities:

These are essential duties and responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

Help loading/unloading trucks and trailers in the AM and PM
Cut and trim grass, clean up refuse, blow trimmings
Operate power equipment including (but not limited to) Toro 5910/John Deere 1600, line trimmers, blowers
Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools and equipment

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, and small engine equipment
Training and tools will be provided; however, some knowledge of horticulture or landscaping would be an asset
Ability to walk, stand, or crouch for long periods and carry out strenuous physical tasks
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work long days
Requires good manual dexterity and excellent stamina
Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles regularly
Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust and noise
Operate mower or weed whipper for long periods
Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team is essential

Additional Requirements:

Must have a valid class 5 driver’s license and safe driving record.
Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
Effective communication skills – must be able to carry out verbal instructions, read labels and signs and complete simple reports
Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices
Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
Comply with all company policies and regulations
Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations
Communicate with customers in a courteous manner

Year-round work is available. If you are a career-minded individual with the desire to grow with the company, Bluegrass would like to hear from you!

Must have reliable transportation as public transit is not available in our area.

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