Lead Hand - Landscape Construction OT OFFERED

Burlington, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 3, 2026
1 position

$25–$28 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 3+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Lead Hand supports the Foreman in organizing project timelines and overseeing daily crew activities on construction sites. They are responsible for providing hands-on training, ensuring high-quality workmanship, and interacting professionally with clients.

Job details

At Gelderman, we believe great work starts with great people. Since 1955, we have been known for delivering quality landscape maintenance, enhancement, and construction services with care, professionalism, and attention to detail. As a large and growing company in the green industry, we are proud to provide a supportive workplace, meaningful opportunities for development, and the potential for a rewarding long-term career. We value team members who enjoy working collaboratively, take pride in quality workmanship, and contribute to a positive experience for our clients and one another. We’re proud to offer: * Competitive compensation * Overtime Pay after 44 hours worked per week * Full-time, year-round employment * Tuition and graduate program support * Ongoing growth and development opportunities * Monthly team events Lead Hand – Landscape Construction We are seeking a Lead Hand to join our Landscape Construction team. As a Lead Hand, you’ll support the Foreman in organizing project timelines while guiding and motivating your team on site. You’ll help oversee daily crew activities and ensure work is completed to a high standard, sharing your skills and providing hands-on training along the way. This is a great opportunity to take on a leadership role while contributing directly to quality landscape construction projects. Responsibilities: * Plan timetable for projects in conjunction with the Foreman * Blueprint reading and measuring/layout of construction projects * Use of large and small construction equipment applicable to the landscape construction industry * Responsible for day-to-day activities of crew members * Provide training to crew members * Provides leadership to teams * Hardscape and softscape experience required * Interact with clients on site when needed, provide exceptional customer service in a polite and courteous manner * Oversees the quality of workmanship on site * Other duties as assigned Qualifications: * A valid G Driver’s License with clean driver’s abstract * Minimum 3 years’ experience in landscape construction * Experience in comparable leadership role * Desire to work in the horticultural/landscape construction industry * Knowledge of plant material and equipment is required * Experience driving truck and trailer This is for an open vacancy. If this position was written like 'your resume', please submit your resume now… We want to hear from you! Accessibility: In our commitment to provide a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free, accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Any special accommodation needs required in order to allow you to participate in the hiring process to your full potential can be arranged in advance by contacting the Hiring Manager to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in landscape construction and a valid G Driver’s License with a clean abstract. Proficiency in blueprint reading, equipment operation, and leadership in a similar role is required.