Forest Ridge Landscaping
Caring for our Outdoor World
Forest Ridge, a division of Urban Life Solutions, is a family run landscape design, installation and maintenance company for over 25 years. We work on a variety of contracts throughout GTA and surrounding areas, with commercial and residential landscaping projects including hardscaping, soft scaping, grading, retaining walls, planting, sodding.
Why Join Our Team?
Secure, year-round opportunities available
Opportunity to develop and refine your skills
Supportive, team-based approach to reaching work goals
Competitive wages with an abundance of hours
Benefits plan for dedicated employees
Landscape Ontario Member in good standing
COR Registered
Job Duties:
Able to work alongside and lead a crew of 3-4 people
Able to meet deadlines and short notice orders
Complete daily routes and paperwork
Aid in the loading/unloading of trucks and trailers in the AM and PM
Operate power equipment including (but not limited to) line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, sod cutters, and chain saws
Operating machinery such as: zero-turn mowers, stand-on mowers, lawn tractors
Conduct daily inspections on vehicles, tools, and equipment
Manual lifting of up to 50lbs
Other manual duties required
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
Our Ideal Candidates Possess All or Most of the Following:
2+ years’ experience in similar role
Team player, excellent leader, positive attitude and reliable
Assist and enforce the safety, quality and productivity of work at sites
Working knowledge/proficiency with landscape maintenance and horticultural materials (incl. operation of equipment)
Work closely with Foreman/Management to ensure successful job progress
Willingness to work as part of a team, working extended hours/weekends as necessary
Working knowledge and compliance of company policies and procedures as well as safety programs (any previous certificates ie. first aid considered an asset)
Application Requirements
Access to a reliable vehicle
Valid G driver’s license in good standing, as well as clean abstract
Previous experience in the landscape/maintenance industry
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Salary: $20.00-$22.00 per hour
To apply for this job email your details to emma@forestridgeinc.com.