Landscape Construction (6 Month Contract)

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Landscape Construction (6 Month Contract)

DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SERVICES

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 2

JOB STATUS & DURATION: Temporary 6-months

HOURS OF WORK: 40 hour workweek / variable hours

LOCATION: 129 GLIDDEN RD

HOURLY RATE: $32.79 per hour

JOB TYPE: Union

POSTING DATE: December 9, 2024

CLOSING DATE: July 1, 2025

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Reporting to the Foreperson, Construction, assists the Supervisor in completion of landscaping projects. This position directs work crews.

1. Install and repair of paving, timber structures, benches, bleachers, playground equipment, fencing and drainage structures.
2. Submit schedule of manpower and equipment to complete projects for approval by Supervisor; would also include estimating material costs and delivery schedules.
3. Inspects/supervises work performed by members of crew on a project; ensures quantity, quality of work and safe/efficient use of equipment, tools, and materials.
4. Operates equipment/tools, i.e., backhoe, large trucks.
5. Make arrangements for marking of underground utilities, Gas, Bell, Hydro, Cable, Water, fibre optics or traffic signals. Meet on site with locater or have them mark and fax information.
6. Communicate with the public in a courteous and efficient manner regarding inquiries, complaints and emergencies. Investigate complaints and determine a resolution.
7. Co-ordinate manpower, equipment and materials for the completion of projects with other supervisors and foremen in the Parks Division, assist them in emergency situations and co-ordinate with contractors working on this job site.
8. Train staff to perform work safely and efficiently.
9. Assist supervisor in administrating the section by recording of time, costing of projects and purchase of materials. This may involve computer input and data retrieval necessary for completion of projects.
10. Site meetings with Landscape architects for pre-construction and to discuss final acceptance of project. Determine deficiencies and repairs needed.
11. Provide assistance in snow removal; snow ploughing, Parkskeeper 1-4 duties, pruning, removal & wood clean up, wood lot maintenance, stump removal.
12. Storm Centre Management, coordinating staff/equipment to respond to any weather event on an as and when required basis.
13. Co-ordinate and purchase parts and supplies for the construction area projects. Blanket purchase orders and credit cards are used for this purpose.
14. Provide special events support services on a city-wide basis, as required.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

EDUCATION:

High school (Grade 12) graduation plus an additional program of over one year and up to two years in a landscape technician program or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

Over two (2) years up to, and including four (4) years in landscaping or horticulture.

OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS:

A valid, non-probationary Ontario Class AZ or ARZ driver’s licence. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

**Preference will be given to students that have a permanent residency in Brampton.

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology. If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the button above by July 1, 2025 and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self-identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions. Should you wish to opt out of completing the survey, please select “prefer not to answer” as a response to each question. All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable. The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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