Blue Grass Nursery, Sod & Garden Centre

Rocky View County

Landscape Maintenance and Construction Workers

Blue Grass, Calgary's largest garden centre is looking for hardworking, skilled workers offering experience in the landscaping field. Blue Grass is more than just a garden centre, we also sell landscaping supplies and do commercial landscaping and commercial snow removal! This friendly family-run business has an excellent opportunity for motivated and reliable individuals to join our team. We are hiring both Maintenance and Construction Workers, please see the posting below for more details. The ideal candidate must be able to work independently, make sound decisions, be responsible and respectful towards our clients, and represent Bluegrass courteously and professionally.

Year-round work is available. If you are a career-minded individual with the desire to grow with the company, Bluegrass would like to hear from you!

Shifts are Monday – Saturday working 10–12-hour days (with overtime pay)

What's in it for you?

• We are a comfortable 5-minute commute from Calgary, with convenient access from surrounding areas.
• Pleasant agricultural environment providing outdoor work activities.
• Rewarding work with competitive pay.

Landscape Maintenance Duties & Responsibilities:

These are essential duties and responsibilities; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks.

· Help loading/unloading trucks and trailers in the AM and PM

· Cut and trim grass, clean up refuse, blow trimmings

· Operate power equipment including (but not limited to) Toro 5910/John Deere 1600, line trimmers, blowers

· Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools and equipment

Landscape Construction Duties & Responsibilities:

· Lead by example and ensure the entire team works towards the single goal of customer satisfaction

· Complete assigned tasks in a safe responsible manner

· Ensure the project is completed according to the project schedule and quality standards

· Help loading/unloading trucks and trailers in the AM and PM

· Planting, digging, raking, and hauling landscape products like soil, mulch, sod, trees, shrubs, and more

· Knowledge of landscape tools and equipment such as skid steers, excavators, etc.…

· Basic knowledge of landscape plans

· Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team is essential

· Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools and equipment

· Other duties as required

Landscape Construction Required Skills

· Minimum 1-year construction experience

· Maintains safety as being number 1 priority in all construction activities

· Excellent attitude with a focus on customer service

· Good attention to detail

· Experience with skid steers, loaders, excavators, grade levels etc.

· Physical strength/stamina is required, work outdoors in all weather

· Must be available to work long days

Physical Demands for Maintenance and Construction:

· Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, and small engine equipment

· Training and tools will be provided; however, some knowledge of horticulture or landscaping would be an asset

· Ability to walk, stand, or crouch for long periods and carry out strenuous physical tasks

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

· Ability to work long days

· Requires good manual dexterity and excellent stamina

· Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis

· Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust and noise

· Operate mower or weed whipper for long periods

· Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team is essential

Additional Requirements for Maintenance and Construction:

· Must have a valid class 5 driver's license and safe driving record.

· Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner

· Effective communication skills – must be able to carry out verbal instructions, read labels and signs and complete simple reports

· Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices

· Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team

· Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times

· Comply with all company policies and regulations

· Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations

· Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner

These are essential duties and responsibilities; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made

Must have reliable transportation as public transit is not available in our area.

Company DescriptionBlue Grass is Calgary's largest Nursery and Garden Centre, we are looking for outgoing, reliable people to start a rewarding career with Blue Grass, we promote continuous learning and assist our employees to succeed. This friendly family-run business has an excellent opportunity for motivated and reliable individuals to join our team.
What's in it for you?
•We are a comfortable 5-minute commute from Calgary, with convenient access from surrounding areas.
•Pleasant agricultural environment providing outdoor work activities.
•Rewarding work with competitive wages!Company DescriptionBlue Grass is Calgary's largest Nursery and Garden Centre, we are looking for outgoing, reliable people to start a rewarding career with Blue Grass, we promote continuous learning and assist our employees to succeed. This friendly family-run business has an excellent opportunity for motivated and reliable individuals to join our team.What's in it for you?•We are a comfortable 5-minute commute from Calgary, with convenient access from surrounding areas.•Pleasant agricultural environment providing outdoor work activities.•Rewarding work with competitive wages!