Crew Lead - Landscape & Snow Removal

NOW HIRING FOR THE WINTER SEASON!

Why work with LBN?

• No night shifts. We do day work only. Yes, even in Winter! Earliest start time is 6:00AM
• 3 starting locations in Calgary to help you work closer to home
  • Located in the SE, SW, NE
• Year round work available for top performers
• A management team that cares about you
  • You're not just another number to us. You will find the people at LBN genuinely care about you, your family, your wins in life and your career/personal goals
• Employee Appreciation
  
  • Paid days off for every year of employment
  • Monthly gift card prize opportunities of $150.00
  • Coffee, breakfast, refreshments often brought to roll out or on site
• Winter Compensation is a base rate + $5.00 per hour OR Guaranteed Income Rate
  
  • +$5.00 per hour is reflected in pay range on this job ad
  • Selected candidates will have the choice between a higher hourly rate or a flat guaranteed income rate
• The best team in the city (world?)
  • We work hard and we play hard. Our Core Values are: Be Real, Never Settle and Count on Me

Company Overview

Landscapers By Nature Ltd. (LBN) is an established leader in the landscape maintenance and snow removal market in Calgary. We deliver premium landscaping and snow removal services to large apartment and townhome communities.

What we do isn’t really what matters. Why do we do it? We have a strong focus on building a team with a great culture, we have a lot of fun, we enjoy working hard as a team in a fast-growing company, and we are always looking for ways to improve. We all take great pride in the work that we do and work to reach our goals together. You’ve never worked for a trades business like this before.

Take a look at our instagram to get a better idea of the culture HERE!

Position Type & Schedule: Full time with seasonal fluctuations – expect to be busier during spring/fall season changes, and slightly less in the middle of summer and winter. All start times 6:30AM or slightly later, depending on operational needs. Summer is Monday to Thursday with occasional Friday's, Winter is on-call - we work when Mother Nature says we do!

This position is available from October to May and is seasonal. Top performers may be offered full time employment following the Winter season.

*Pay Scale Based on Experience, Skills and Qualifications in the Landscape and Snow Removal industry.

Position Overview

The Maintenance Crew Lead is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks in order to manage the timely completion of grounds maintenance service contracts through Winter and Summer services. The Crew Lead is be required to supervise a crew of laborers and operate a variety of tools and equipment to carry out specified job tasks, as well provide daily progress reporting on job time and cost data.

Core Capabilities:

• Customer and quality focus. Meeting and beating budgeted hours for job sites.
• A good attitude. The work days can be long and tough physically and mentally. As a leader you help shape the mindset of your crews; successful applicants must have a good attitude about work, and be able to motivate others
• Accountable and dependable
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Thrives with team work
• Excellent problem solving abilities
  

Job Duties:

• Plan and manage the loading/unloading of trucks and trailers in the AM and PM including all daily labor, equipment and materials required to complete daily objectives
• Snow Removal
• Operate power equipment including, but not limited to, blowers, Kabota's, Skid Steers, lawn tractors, lawn mowers, line trimmers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, sod cutters, chain saws
• Supervise the work of crew members to ensure proper safety, quality, and productivity
• Inspect all work for quality to eliminate the need for return visits and/or re-work due to quality or customer satisfaction issues
• Train crew members on proper and safe job methods
• Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment
• Assist in other job-related duties including construction projects, shop and yard maintenance, vehicle and equipment maintenance
• Complete and submit all required paperwork on a daily basis, including: daily hazard assessments, daily time and service record forms, equipment daily inspection forms, etc.
• Maintain and enforce standards of cleanliness and organization in assigned trucks, trailers, equipment, jobsites, and shop/yard areas
• Ensure that all work activities are carried out in a safe and efficient manner, and that all crew members are in compliance with OHS and company PPE standards
• Comply with all company policies and regulations
• Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations
• Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 full years (Summer and Winter) experience in the landscape/grounds maintenance industry
• Class 5 Drivers License and the ability to drive a truck and trailer
• 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, complete daily reports to office and/or customers
• Time management skills
  
• 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
• Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasks
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift
  
• Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, and materials
  
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  A genuine, trustworthy person that will contribute to our work environment in a positive way. Ask yourself: “Have I had quite a few issues working with others in the past? Would I say it was the other parties fault each time?” If yes, please do not apply.
  

Work Conditions:

• Physically demanding shifts of 10-12 hours
• Fast paced environment
• Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis
• Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold
• Flexible working hours including weekend and holiday work (Holiday work is rare, only in necessary conditions)

Preference given to individuals that:

• Like minded people to ours that want to participate in the growth of our business, and take advantage of the opportunities that come along with it.
• Have previous snow removal experience with an established company
• Have a wide range of experience with snow removal equipment
• Have little to no schedule restrictions
• Have a valid Class 5 license & reliable transportation to work

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