Creative Roots Landscaping Ltd
Location
Kelowna, BC | Canada
Job description
Do you have a few years of Landscape Construction experience and want to get more? .. and have the opportunity to advance? Join us as a Construction Technician to be an integral part of building some of the most spectacular landscapes in Kelowna.
Creative Roots Landscaping designs, installs and maintains all aspects of high-end custom landscapes. Be part of building something safe and great!
WIth our comprehensive training program you have the opportunity to grow your career to Foreman within 3 seasons.
Working with our Landscape Construction Foreman, you will help organize and oversee daily tasks for the construction team, provide support and encouragement to team members, promote team development through the Creative Roots training program, and learn to think and act like an owner using our unique Open Book Management style.
At least 2 years of formal training or equivalent industry experience
Able to read a plan and do take offs for materials
Understanding of the order in which all tasks need to be carried out to finish the job quickly and efficiently
Understanding of what tools and equipment are needed for the day
Able to help guide and expand team members skill set throughout daily tasks
Helps maintain team morale and keep team members motivated daily
Able to complete specific task with one or two other team members with little to no supervision
Fit enough to perform labor intensive work for a full shift
A valid BC Driver’s License and clean driver’s abstract
Skid steer and excavator operation
Irrigation system installation
Natural stone rock wall installation (machine built and hand stacked)
Installation of all types of water features
Paving stone installation
Flagstone Installation
Installation of residential drainage systems
Low voltage landscape lighting layout and installation
Operation of a transit level
Knowledge of all aspects of softscapes
Passionate about landscape construction and great service
Interest in learning about landscaping, people and business
Self-motivated, especially under pressure
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Able to effectively manage their emotions in the workplace
Communicate effectively and efficiently
Literate and likes to read
Works with urgency and purpose
Detail-oriented
Strong organizational skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Bold! Engaging! Entertaining!
This is what you’d be doing on a Daily Basis:
Build: rock walls, brick patios, driveways, sidewalks and edging, laying out garden beds, installing drainage systems installing low voltage outdoor lighting, irrigation and plantings, digging, barreling material, lifting and carrying heavy loads, etc
Effectively performing and training team members using Creative Roots methods
Helping the Landscape Leader with prioritizing, organizing and performing daily tasks
Using and teaching proper use of equipment and safety procedure
Assisting the Landscape leader in delegating tasks to ensure the team is efficient in completing their daily tasks
Occasionally filling out work orders for small jobs you are undertaking
Digging, pick axing, lifting, carrying, pushing wheel barrows, etc.
Our Strong Culture is cultivated through our Core Values. Every employee is responsible for protecting and contributing to our culture by living these Core Values:
Obsess Over Great Service
Work Together
Prove You Care
Communicate
Be A Go-Getter
Be Creative & A Little Weird
All of this responsibility comes with a great compensation package that includes an additional stake in our Profit Sharing Plan along with a benefits package.
You can expect : Seasonal – Approx March 1 – December 15th.
Full time 45 – 55 hours per week. Competitive wages based on value and attitude you bring to the company. Typically $24 – $28 for this position.
Paid overtime
Profit sharing
Extended health benefits
Potential for advancement including partnership
Education in landscaping, business and leadership
Fun times, great culture and hard work
Non-smoking environment
Creative Roots Landscaping is not your typical landscaping company. Our culture, and your interest and ability to fit within that culture, is as important as the skills and experience you bring to the table.
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