Landscape Construction Worker

Job summary

The Landscape Construction Worker will be responsible for installing hardscape elements like natural stone and concrete paving, performing basic carpentry, and completing grading and drainage system installation on high-end residential projects. This role also includes assisting with planting, lawn installation, supporting irrigation assembly, and operating mobile equipment safely and efficiently.

Job details

About Us Fossil Landscape Construction is an award-winning company that specializes in the construction and maintenance of complex, high-end residential landscapes. For over twenty years, we’ve built some of Vancouver’s most impressive outdoor spaces, with projects in West Vancouver, Whistler, and Bowen Island. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to quality, creativity, and client satisfaction. We’re looking for both experienced landscapers and motivated newcomers to join our award-winning team. If you enjoy physical work, being outdoors, and take pride in your craftsmanship, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills and build a lasting career in landscape construction. About the Role As a Landscape Construction Worker, you’ll be part of the backbone of our team. You’ll work on a variety of high-end residential projects and gain experience in nearly every aspect of landscape construction. This role is ideal for those who enjoy variety in their work and want to learn from some of the best professionals in the industry. Responsibilities Install hardscape elements including natural stone and concrete paving products Perform basic carpentry tasks such as decks, fences, and simple concrete formwork for footings Complete rough and fine grading and install drainage systems Assist with planting specimen trees, shrubs, and building out garden beds Install natural and synthetic lawns Support irrigation installation and assembly Operate mobile equipment such as skid steers and mini excavators Use laser levels, spirit levels, and stringlines to ensure accuracy Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient job site What You Bring Previous experience in landscaping, horticulture, or construction is an asset Familiarity with basic hand and power tools (shovels, rakes, drills, saws, grinders) Ability to read measurements and understand basic layout principles Comfortable working outdoors year-round in a physically demanding role Strong work ethic, teamwork, and a positive attitude Good references – two required from previous roles Bonus: Experience using the 3-4-5 layout method (Pythagorean theorem) to check square and maintain accurate site layout Compensation and Benefits Competitive wages: $23–$30/hour depending on experience Annual performance bonus eligibility Company-matched group savings plans (RRSP, TFSA, and savings options) Comprehensive extended health benefits – dental, vision, prescriptions, life & disability insurance Excellent training and professional development opportunities within a career-oriented culture A fun, team-focused workplace with at least four company-sponsored social events per year, including our annual Yaletown Christmas party How to Apply If you take pride in your work and want to grow your skills in an environment that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and learning, we’d love to hear from you. Check out our projects at fossillandscapeconstruction.com or follow us on Instagram @fossillandscapeconstruction. Apply today and become part of an award-winning team creating Vancouver’s most beautiful outdoor spaces.

What you’ll do

The Landscape Construction Worker will be responsible for installing hardscape elements like natural stone and concrete paving, performing basic carpentry, and completing grading and drainage system installation on high-end residential projects. This role also includes assisting with planting, lawn installation, supporting irrigation assembly, and operating mobile equipment safely and efficiently.

Requirements

Candidates should possess familiarity with basic hand and power tools and the ability to read measurements and understand basic layout principles, though previous landscaping or construction experience is considered an asset. A strong work ethic, teamwork focus, positive attitude, and two required references are essential for this physically demanding, year-round outdoor role.

Benefits

• Annual Performance Bonus Eligibility
• Company-Matched Group Savings Plans
• Extended Health Benefits
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescriptions
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Training
• Professional Development Opportunities

Listed skills

• Dedicated · Preferred
• Team-focused · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Client · Preferred
• Accuracy · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Occupational safety · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• positive · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Hardscape Installation
• Natural Stone Paving
• Concrete Paving
• Carpentry
• Deck Building
• Formwork
• Grading
• Drainage Systems
• Planting
• Lawn Installation
• Irrigation Support
• Skid Steer Operation
• Mini Excavator Operation
• Laser Level Use
• Spirit Level Use
• Stringline Use

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades

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