Top Benefits
About the role
About Trim Landscaping!
Trim Landscaping is a full-service landscaping company that provides commercial and large-scale high-end residential landscaping services in Nova Scotia. We are continually growing and are looking to add a Landscape Leader to our team in Bedford! We have completed many of the premier landscape projects in Nova Scotia including Argyle Street and Spring Garden Road, Queen’s Marque and Peggy Cove’s Viewing Deck. Check out Trim Landscaping to learn more!
WHY Trim Landscaping?!
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30% of the staff were promoted in the previous year.
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Free training and certification courses for advancement in the career.
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Cross-functional program in various fields of Landscape construction.
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Orientation program to learn about the culture, vision, and job duties involved with the Job.
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Feel proud with a company uniform and a free bag packed with essentials for your day-to-day activities at work!
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Our working days are Monday to Friday, Occasionally Saturday.
Job Duties:
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Supervise and coordinate daily softscape crew activities, ensuring work is completed efficiently, safely, and to company standards
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Instruct, train, and mentor crew members in proper work methods, planting techniques, and plant care practices
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Monitor work quality, productivity, and adherence to schedules, production targets, and design specifications
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Lead daily tailgate talks and bi-weekly toolbox talks; enforce PPE use and safe work practices; report and log all incidents and near misses
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Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and landscape designs; layout planting beds and plant locations accordingly
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Install trees, shrubs, and perennials, ensuring proper soil preparation, planting depth, spacing, staking, and overall installation quality
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Inspect plant material for quality and health; ensure proper handling, installation, watering, and ongoing care to promote long-term plant health
-
Identify pests, diseases, and deficiencies; perform minor pruning and maintenance as required
-
Calculate and organize materials required (e.g., soil, mulch, sod, plant material) and coordinate daily/next-day pickup needs
-
Troubleshoot on-site issues and adjust plans as needed to maintain workflow and quality standards
-
Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites, including trucks, trailers, and equipment; oversee preventative maintenance
-
Communicate effectively with customers and management regarding project progress, issues, and updates
-
Submit accurate daily timesheets including jobsite details, notes, and photos
Job Requirements:
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High school graduation required; associate's degree preferred.
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2-5 years experience in landscape planting or horticulture
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1-2 years supervisory experience
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Strong plant identification and plant care knowledge
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Ability to read and interpret landscape design plans
-
Equipment operating experience (mini-excavators and skid steers)
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Strong communication and organizational skills
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Valid driver’s license
Trim Landscaping is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected status. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.
Not the right fit? Search for Landscape Crew Lead/Lead Hand jobs in Bedford, NS
About Trim Landscaping
For over a decade, we have provided families, businesses and our city with extraordinary outdoor living spaces.
We are a full-service landscaping company, bringing together the expertise and skilled craftsmanship of MBA Landscaping, Cornerstone Interlocking Brick and Woodhead Decks. As a unified team, we’re driven to transform your space into the oasis you deserve. If you can imagine it, we can design, build and maintain it.
We’ll bring the right team of specialized professionals to your project, each a dedicated expert in their craft. And from initial consultation through completed construction, you’ll enjoy clear communication through a single point of contact, keeping the whole process simple and streamlined.
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Top Benefits
About the role
About Trim Landscaping!
Trim Landscaping is a full-service landscaping company that provides commercial and large-scale high-end residential landscaping services in Nova Scotia. We are continually growing and are looking to add a Landscape Leader to our team in Bedford! We have completed many of the premier landscape projects in Nova Scotia including Argyle Street and Spring Garden Road, Queen’s Marque and Peggy Cove’s Viewing Deck. Check out Trim Landscaping to learn more!
WHY Trim Landscaping?!
-
30% of the staff were promoted in the previous year.
-
Free training and certification courses for advancement in the career.
-
Cross-functional program in various fields of Landscape construction.
-
Orientation program to learn about the culture, vision, and job duties involved with the Job.
-
Feel proud with a company uniform and a free bag packed with essentials for your day-to-day activities at work!
-
Our working days are Monday to Friday, Occasionally Saturday.
Job Duties:
-
Supervise and coordinate daily softscape crew activities, ensuring work is completed efficiently, safely, and to company standards
-
Instruct, train, and mentor crew members in proper work methods, planting techniques, and plant care practices
-
Monitor work quality, productivity, and adherence to schedules, production targets, and design specifications
-
Lead daily tailgate talks and bi-weekly toolbox talks; enforce PPE use and safe work practices; report and log all incidents and near misses
-
Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and landscape designs; layout planting beds and plant locations accordingly
-
Install trees, shrubs, and perennials, ensuring proper soil preparation, planting depth, spacing, staking, and overall installation quality
-
Inspect plant material for quality and health; ensure proper handling, installation, watering, and ongoing care to promote long-term plant health
-
Identify pests, diseases, and deficiencies; perform minor pruning and maintenance as required
-
Calculate and organize materials required (e.g., soil, mulch, sod, plant material) and coordinate daily/next-day pickup needs
-
Troubleshoot on-site issues and adjust plans as needed to maintain workflow and quality standards
-
Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites, including trucks, trailers, and equipment; oversee preventative maintenance
-
Communicate effectively with customers and management regarding project progress, issues, and updates
-
Submit accurate daily timesheets including jobsite details, notes, and photos
Job Requirements:
-
High school graduation required; associate's degree preferred.
-
2-5 years experience in landscape planting or horticulture
-
1-2 years supervisory experience
-
Strong plant identification and plant care knowledge
-
Ability to read and interpret landscape design plans
-
Equipment operating experience (mini-excavators and skid steers)
-
Strong communication and organizational skills
-
Valid driver’s license
Trim Landscaping is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected status. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.
Not the right fit? Search for Landscape Crew Lead/Lead Hand jobs in Bedford, NS
About Trim Landscaping
For over a decade, we have provided families, businesses and our city with extraordinary outdoor living spaces.
We are a full-service landscaping company, bringing together the expertise and skilled craftsmanship of MBA Landscaping, Cornerstone Interlocking Brick and Woodhead Decks. As a unified team, we’re driven to transform your space into the oasis you deserve. If you can imagine it, we can design, build and maintain it.
We’ll bring the right team of specialized professionals to your project, each a dedicated expert in their craft. And from initial consultation through completed construction, you’ll enjoy clear communication through a single point of contact, keeping the whole process simple and streamlined.