Landscape Residential Lead Hand
Top Benefits
About the role
Now Hiring: Landscape Residential Lead Hand.
- Location: 340 Regional Road 20, Hannon, ON, L0R1P0.
- Salary: $24.50-29.87/hr.
- Additional: RRSP, Benefits.
Roles and Responsibilities:
General:
- 3 to 5 years Industry experience as a Lead Hand.
- Experience and capability of managing crews in place of foreperson.
- Review the project before beginning work and ensure that quality workmanship is evident on each project.
- Ensure that each day an informal morning tailgate is discussed with crew members regarding any safety issues that must be rectified and/or avoided on each site.
- Measure production targets and be prepared to be accountable for any short falls.
- Maintain positive and open communications with Foreperson, Superintendents, Owners, PM’s, General Contractors etc.
- Attend and participate in meetings (project management, safety, etc.)
- Ensure all the necessary equipment is available on site each day to complete the work.
- Count tools and prioritize the return of each item to the shop or safely storage each night.
- Daily, manage labour force, equipment usage, materials and sub trades on the project; also measure production targets and be accountable for any short falls.
- Inspect each project the day of its completion to ensure that all aspects of required work are completed.
- Make housekeeping a priority on every job site. Train assigned work crew to always maintain a clean and organized work site.
- Instruct crew on the job site (location) they are to report to the following day.
- Alert the Foreperson of any issues from beginning to end of a project and suggest ways to improve the problem.
- Be familiar with each employee's responsibilities.
- Assist foreperson as required.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, G license.
- Must maintain a clean driver abstract.
- Ability to read landscape blueprints.
- Strong knowledge of elevations (grading), ability to use a laser level and transit +.
- General knowledge or recognition of hard landscape materials. i.e. paving stone, precast wall, etc.
- General knowledge or recognition of proper planting techniques as well as some plant identification
- Strong knowledge on the use of various tools and equipment.
- Strong ability managing snow removal projects and a willingness to work hours associated with it.
- Strong knowledge of job safety and safe work habits.
- Ability to represent our organization to our clients in a positive and professional manner.
- Willingness to upgrade knowledge and skills by attending additional courses and training.
Oakridge Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. If you are a person with a disability and have a question or require assistance with the application process, please contact us via email.
Oakridge Group Inc Website Link: https://oakridgelandscape.com/.
About Oakridge Landscape Contractors:
Building Landscapes and Relationships since 1992 Oakridge Group Inc. was founded in 1992 with a strong commitment to quality. For over 30 years, we’ve built a reputation for creating award-winning residential and commercial landscapes across Southern Ontario. Our success is grounded in the lasting relationships we build with our clients and the pride we take in every project.
Not the right fit? Search for Landscape Residential Lead Hand jobs in Hamilton, ON
About Oakridge Landscape Contractors
The Oakridge Landscape team is comprised of estimators, project managers, designers, and construction managers for both commercial and residential properties.
Oakridge Landscape works with certified horticulturist, surveyors and engineers when required for landscape projects. We manage and construct both commercial and residential projects, and are proud members of Landscape Ontario, Canadian Landscape Nursery Association, Hamilton Construction Association, and we are a Unilock Authorized Contractor.
We have satisfied both commercial clients and homeowners with award winning designs for over 30 years throughout Southern Ontario in the Golden Horseshoe and beyond. From beginning to end, our professional team will guide you through a pleasurable, stress-free experience.
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Landscape Residential Lead Hand
Top Benefits
About the role
Now Hiring: Landscape Residential Lead Hand.
- Location: 340 Regional Road 20, Hannon, ON, L0R1P0.
- Salary: $24.50-29.87/hr.
- Additional: RRSP, Benefits.
Roles and Responsibilities:
General:
- 3 to 5 years Industry experience as a Lead Hand.
- Experience and capability of managing crews in place of foreperson.
- Review the project before beginning work and ensure that quality workmanship is evident on each project.
- Ensure that each day an informal morning tailgate is discussed with crew members regarding any safety issues that must be rectified and/or avoided on each site.
- Measure production targets and be prepared to be accountable for any short falls.
- Maintain positive and open communications with Foreperson, Superintendents, Owners, PM’s, General Contractors etc.
- Attend and participate in meetings (project management, safety, etc.)
- Ensure all the necessary equipment is available on site each day to complete the work.
- Count tools and prioritize the return of each item to the shop or safely storage each night.
- Daily, manage labour force, equipment usage, materials and sub trades on the project; also measure production targets and be accountable for any short falls.
- Inspect each project the day of its completion to ensure that all aspects of required work are completed.
- Make housekeeping a priority on every job site. Train assigned work crew to always maintain a clean and organized work site.
- Instruct crew on the job site (location) they are to report to the following day.
- Alert the Foreperson of any issues from beginning to end of a project and suggest ways to improve the problem.
- Be familiar with each employee's responsibilities.
- Assist foreperson as required.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, G license.
- Must maintain a clean driver abstract.
- Ability to read landscape blueprints.
- Strong knowledge of elevations (grading), ability to use a laser level and transit +.
- General knowledge or recognition of hard landscape materials. i.e. paving stone, precast wall, etc.
- General knowledge or recognition of proper planting techniques as well as some plant identification
- Strong knowledge on the use of various tools and equipment.
- Strong ability managing snow removal projects and a willingness to work hours associated with it.
- Strong knowledge of job safety and safe work habits.
- Ability to represent our organization to our clients in a positive and professional manner.
- Willingness to upgrade knowledge and skills by attending additional courses and training.
Oakridge Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. If you are a person with a disability and have a question or require assistance with the application process, please contact us via email.
Oakridge Group Inc Website Link: https://oakridgelandscape.com/.
About Oakridge Landscape Contractors:
Building Landscapes and Relationships since 1992 Oakridge Group Inc. was founded in 1992 with a strong commitment to quality. For over 30 years, we’ve built a reputation for creating award-winning residential and commercial landscapes across Southern Ontario. Our success is grounded in the lasting relationships we build with our clients and the pride we take in every project.
Not the right fit? Search for Landscape Residential Lead Hand jobs in Hamilton, ON
About Oakridge Landscape Contractors
The Oakridge Landscape team is comprised of estimators, project managers, designers, and construction managers for both commercial and residential properties.
Oakridge Landscape works with certified horticulturist, surveyors and engineers when required for landscape projects. We manage and construct both commercial and residential projects, and are proud members of Landscape Ontario, Canadian Landscape Nursery Association, Hamilton Construction Association, and we are a Unilock Authorized Contractor.
We have satisfied both commercial clients and homeowners with award winning designs for over 30 years throughout Southern Ontario in the Golden Horseshoe and beyond. From beginning to end, our professional team will guide you through a pleasurable, stress-free experience.