We are looking for Landscape professionals who can work independently or work with others to accomplish a variety of tasks. More experienced applicants in landscape construction and horticulture will be able to negotiate better wage or salary.
- Softscaping , Tree and Shrub Planting, Sod, Mulch, Landscape Refurbishments, Site clean ups
- Hardscaping projects ie pavers, natural stone, steps.
- Landscape repairs, ie walls, step replacements, safety related issues in need of repair.
Also included in the season is Gardening and Pruning, Tree Work.
Experience in other related areas is always a great asset.
We have a large customer base who are always looking to make landscape improvements. Whatever our Commercial and Residential clientele may require is what we want to be able to provide for them . Compensation / hourly rates are based on experience.
OGS is a highly trusted Property Services firm serving Durham Region for 70 years under the same family ownership and management.
We are looking for candidates that possess a desire to work outdoors throughout the year to accomplish small projects and tasks for our commercial and residential clientele.
We are always looking for good, talented people who have a willingness to provide great service. In return, we keep a full compliment of the best equipment and tools for you to do your job safely and effectively. Any training is paid for and we encourage you to take extra training in any areas that may be of benefit.
The type of work you would be involved in would vary in both HARDSCAPE and SOFTSCAPE over the course of the warm season and in commercial snow services in winter.
This is considered a year round position. Experience in winter services such as snow equipment operation, sidewalk maintenance , is a great benefit to us and would affect compensation. We would expect that you would be part of our winter services team.
3 years experience in landscape construction and landscape enhancements is required. Experience managing a project independently or with a crew is required.
-excavating , grading, for paver, wall , step installations. Using Stone Saws , IQ saws, tampers , levels, screeding tools -planting trees and shrubs
-sodding/seeding, mulching, decorative stone
-drainage and irrigation
-experience with concrete is a benefit
-asphalt work
-equipment operation and respect for equipment is required -mini excavators, skid steer, loaders, plate tampers, stone saws all gas powered tools. We have all equipment here on hand at our yard and are always updating machines and attachments.
Full G license is required, with clean driver abstract. If you possess a Restricted A , AZ , DZ will of course be taken in to consideration toward your compensation.
-Experience driving 1 ton and 3 ton vehicles and pulling trailers up to 20+ feet required. Experience with proper loading and securing of loads is required.
Work times are generally 8 to 10 hour shifts monday to friday in warm season and on call 24/7 in winter with availability of time off if needed.
Extended health benefits and other incentives are offered to those that show a willingness and dedication to creating a lasting working relationship with our firm.
Work remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $25.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- construction: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class G Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
