Company Description:
Restoration Gardens Inc. is a growing full service green roof company for both residential and commercial builds. We offer design, installation and maintenance throughout the GTA and Southern Ontario emphasizing ecological design and sustainable construction practices in our green roofs. RGI is currently seeking a reliable, self-motivated person to fill the role of Green Roof Maintenance Manager to join our maintenance team. We are looking for people with a positive attitude, passionate about nature and improving the sustainability of the built environment.
Position Description:
Under the supervision of the Operations Manager, the green roof maintenance manager is responsible for leading the maintenance team. Occasionally there may be opportunities to assist our construction team on installation projects. This is a full-time seasonal contract position starting in April 2015 (end date: approximately October 31, 2015).
Responsibilities:
Oversee and participate in horticultural maintenance including weeding, pruning, mowing, fertilization, pest control and watering
Assist the Operations Manager with daily scheduling and job planning
Communicate operations with clients
Ensure jobs are completed on time and budget
Maintain organized maintenance records with photo-documentation
Review previous records to analyze and report on trends, prioritize daily tasks and assign tasks to crew
Must be able to assert authority and guide crew members through day-to-day tasks
Follow safety policies and conduct safe work practices
Maintain a clean and organized work site to ensure a safe working environment
Ensure that the workshop, equipment and truck are organized and in good working order
Have reliable transportation to meet the team at the workshop
Qualifications:
Completion of a degree or diploma in Horticulture, or similar
Minimum 3 years experience in green roofing, landscaping and/or horticulture with proven leadership
Ability to execute and analyze soil tests
Experience with integrated pest management
Ability to read landscape drawings with knowledge of basic irrigation systems
Ability to work independently and as a team player
Must be well organized and punctual
Able to follow direction quickly and efficiently
Be motivational and be able to provide positive and professional feedback to crew
Familiar with green roof systems
A current and valid Ontario driver’s license with a clean driving record
Assets:
Fall Arrest, WHMIS and Standard First Aid Certification
Experience working with and signaling various equipment operators when maneuvering materials
Construction experience
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Comfortable working in construction environments and working at heights, on rooftops, ladders and scaffolding
Required to travel with the RGI team to work sites located around the GTA and Southern Ontario
Available to work full time Monday – Friday, sometimes 6:30am – 6:30pm
Physically demanding labour such as loading and unloading materials, bending and crouching, grading of mulch, soil and aggregates and the distribution of materials throughout work areas
Required to work in all but severe weather conditions
This position is not recommended for anyone who has strong allergies to pollen, dust, poison ivy, etc. as we are often exposed to natural elements and potentially harmful plants. In addition, the position is not recommended for anyone who has respiratory issues relating to asthma, subject to heat related stress or have problems working in full sun or have a medical condition that might preclude them from conducting strenuous labor.
Hourly Wage:
$17-19/hr based on interview and experience
Contact:
Please send your resume and cover letter in PDF format to:
info@restorationgardens.ca