Organization: Restoration Gardens Inc.
Website: http://www.restorationgardens.ca
Location: Toronto, Ontario
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 thro
ughout 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
with the position title in the subject line. Application deadline:
March 20th, 2015
We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest; only applicants
selected for an interview will be notified. No phone calls please.