Office Administrator Assistant Part-Time Landscape Plus Strathmore

Office Administrator Assistant Part-Time

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Office Administrator Assistant Part-Time

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Communicate with staff, customers and suppliers in a professional and courteous manner
  • Input data into office software, such as Quickbooks and LMN
  • Technology support, including printers, email, internet etc.
  • Use Microsoft Office, Outlook, Quick Books and LMN efficiently
  • Help coordinate regular staff team building events
  • Maintain a clean office

Skills and Abilities:

  • Exemplary communication skills both in writing and vocabulary including conflict resolution
  • Excellent time management skills, self-motivated and can work independently as well as in a team
  • Ability to be flexible in a fast paced environment
  • Proficient use of computers and Microsoft, knowledge of Quickbooks is an asset
  • Committed to self-improvement and a willingness to learn new skills including Landscape Management Network program
  • Flexible with fluctuating working hours

Working Conditions:

  • Office is located 20 minutes from Strathmore on gravel roads.
  • Dogs and cats are on site
  • Weekdays – with a weekly average of 15-20 hours/week, extended hours in the peak season
  • Starting immediately

Wages:

  • $18-$19 per hour, dependent upon experience

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email  info@landscape-plus.net your cover letter and resume.

Landscape Plus has been a leading landscape construction company located in Strathmore, AB for 31 years.  Landscape Plus is recognized for taking care of its employees, customers, and landscapes. Our area of expertise is creating healthy and appealing landscapes for residential and commercial properties.  Landscape Plus is a growing company and looking for individuals who are passionate about positively sustaining the environment and providing our customers with exceptional landscapes. Our core values align with the acronym G.I.V.E. – Gratitude, Integrity, Value, Excellence.

Landscape Construction Crew Leader: Permanent Full-Time

Landscape Construction Crew Leader: Permanent Full-Time

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Landscape Construction Crew Leader: Permanent Full-Time

Key Responsibilities:

  • Summer Focus

    • Plant and maintain lawns, shrubs and trees on both residential and commercial sites
    • Install underground irrigation systems, paving stone walks and patios, retaining walls
    • Able to read blue prints and landscape drawings and assess and prepare sites
    • Operate and maintain a variety of equipment including trucks, trailers, skidsteers, tillers, sod cutters, weed eaters, chain saws and drills
    • Interact with customers to troubleshoot and solve landscape problems
    • Assist the Landscape Supervisor in planning and organizing jobs, ensuring required materials are onsite and supervising 2-4 site workers on a daily basis.

  • Winter Focus

    • Snow Clearing and Ice Management

Skills & Abilities:

  • Leadership skills
  • Thorough knowledge of different plant, shrub and tree varieties and standard horticultural practices i.e. planting, pruning, fertilizing, etc.
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Problem solving
  • Committed to self-improvement, including a willingness for further education and training
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and jobs
  • Ability to make decisions and work independently
  • Eye for detail

Working Conditions:

  • Love of working outdoors is essential and the willingness to work in inclement weather conditions
  • Able to walk, stand and crouch for extended periods of time.
  • Can lift a minimum of 50 pounds
  • During the peak season is willing to work extended hours
  • Year Round. Permanent Position.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in all facets of landscape construction including paving stone and retaining wall installation, sod, plant material, ponds and irrigation
  • Alberta Class 5 drivers licence, a safe driving record and a reliable vehicle
  • First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one
  • Landscape Journeyman Certificate Preferred
  • Capable of operating equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner

Compensation:

Salary, vacation and perks depend on qualifications of the applicant and will be discussed in the interview, but might include:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Wellness Package
  • 2 Weeks Vacation + Time in lieu (work more in the busy season to bank time off in the off-season)
  • 3 Flex Days + 2 Sick Days per year
  • Many more perks, too many to list!

If you’re interested in this career opportunity with Landscape Plus in Strathmore, send us your resume, references and a cover letter.

We thank all applicants for applying for this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Landscape Crew Member

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Landscape Crew Member

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Assist in job-related tasks to complete the construction of landscapes including digging, planting, loading and unloading of materials 
  • Operate various tools such as shovels, hammers, drills, saws
  • Assist with grounds maintenance including mowing, trimming, pruning and snow clearing
  • Work as team member to complete landscape projects efficiently and with quality workmanship

Skills and Abilities:

  • Time management skills
  • Ability to work both independently and with a team
  • Ability to walk, stand, and crouch for long periods of time
  • Carry a minimum of 30 lbs. and have good manual dexterity
  • Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment
  • Committed to self-improvement and a willingness to learn new skills
  • Ability to carry out strenuous physical tasks in various outdoor conditions including heat, rain, dust, noise and cold
  • Must have a valid driver’s licence and safe driving record

Working Conditions:

  • Love of working outdoors is essential and the willingness to work in bad weather conditions i.e. rain, heat and cold weather
  • Ability to walk, stand and crouch for extended periods of time
  • During the peak season is willing to work extended hours if needed

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email info@landscape-plus.net your cover letter and resume.

Grounds Maintenance Crew Leader: Permanent Full-Time

Grounds Maintenance Crew Leader: Permanent Full-Time

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Grounds Maintenance Crew Leader: Permanent Full-Time

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform weekly mowing, weeding, garbage collection and trimming at a variety of locations.
  • Maintain equipment on a regular basis.
  • Plan and manage all daily labour, equipment, and material requirements to complete daily objectives.
  • Snow clearing in the winter months.

Skills & Abilities:

  • Excellent problem solving and time management abilities
  • Ability to work both independently and with a team
  • Critical thinker – capable of adapting to increase effectiveness and efficiency of the team
  • Demonstrates success with customer experience management
  • Demonstrates accountability for workmanship with a focus on quality

Working Conditions:

  • Love of working outdoors is essential and the willingness to work in inclement weather conditions
  • Able to walk, stand and crouch for extended periods of time.
  • Can lift a minimum of 50 pounds
  • During the peak season is willing to work extended hours
  • Full-time, permanent, year-round (spring, summer, fall weekdays and winter as needed)

Qualifications:

  • Landscape Journeyman or Horticulture Diploma
  • Minimum 4 years’ experience as a ground’s maintenance crew leader
  • Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
  • Alberta Class 5 drivers’ licence and a safe/clean driving record
  • Effective communication skills (both verbal and written – English)
  • First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)

Compensation:

Salary, vacation and perks depend on qualifications of the applicant and will be discussed in the interview, but might include:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Wellness Package
  • 2 Weeks Vacation + Time in lieu (work more in the busy season to bank time off in the off-season)
  • 3 Flex Days + 2 Sick Days per year
  • Many more perks, too many to list!

If you’re interested in this career opportunity with Landscape Plus in Strathmore, send us your resume, references and a cover letter.

We thank all applicants for applying for this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Small Engine Mechanic Part-Time Landscape Plus Strathmore

Small Engine Mechanic Part-Time

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Small Engine Mechanic Part-Time

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Assist in keeping small engines maintained and running well
  • Use a preventative maintenance program
  • Provide weekly maintenance on equipment and tools, such as greasing, cleaning, sharpening blades etc.
  • Replace, order and source parts as required
  • Maintain a clean and organized working area

Skills and Abilities:

  • Qualified to evaluate, diagnose and complete repairs on small equipment and tools
  • Time management skills and ability to work both independently and with a team
  • Ability to walk, stand, and crouch for long periods of time
  • Carry a minimum of 30 lbs. and have good manual dexterity
  • Ability to be flexible in a fast paced environment
  • Committed to self-improvement and a willingness to learn new skills
  • Preference will be given to those with applicable training and experience

Working Conditions:

  • Working in a shop and tight spaces
  • Ability to walk, stand and crouch for extended periods of time
  • Extended hours in the peak seasons

Wages:

  • Dependent upon experience

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email  info@landscape-plus.net your cover letter and resume.

Landscape Plus has been a leading landscape construction company located in Strathmore, AB for 31 years.  Landscape Plus is recognized for taking care of its employees, customers, and landscapes. Our area of expertise is creating healthy and appealing landscapes for residential and commercial properties.  Landscape Plus is a growing company and looking for individuals who are passionate about positively sustaining the environment and providing our customers with exceptional landscapes. Our core values align with the acronym G.I.V.E. – Gratitude, Integrity, Value, Excellence.