Landscape Construction Crew Leader: Permanent Full-Time

Landscape Construction Crew Leader: Permanent Full-Time

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Landscape Construction Crew Leader: Permanent Full-Time

Key Responsibilities:

  • Summer Focus

    • Plant and maintain lawns, shrubs and trees on both residential and commercial sites
    • Install underground irrigation systems, paving stone walks and patios, retaining walls
    • Able to read blue prints and landscape drawings and assess and prepare sites
    • Operate and maintain a variety of equipment including trucks, trailers, skidsteers, tillers, sod cutters, weed eaters, chain saws and drills
    • Interact with customers to troubleshoot and solve landscape problems
    • Assist the Landscape Supervisor in planning and organizing jobs, ensuring required materials are onsite and supervising 2-4 site workers on a daily basis.

  • Winter Focus

    • Snow Clearing and Ice Management

Skills & Abilities:

  • Leadership skills
  • Thorough knowledge of different plant, shrub and tree varieties and standard horticultural practices i.e. planting, pruning, fertilizing, etc.
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Problem solving
  • Committed to self-improvement, including a willingness for further education and training
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and jobs
  • Ability to make decisions and work independently
  • Eye for detail

Working Conditions:

  • Love of working outdoors is essential and the willingness to work in inclement weather conditions
  • Able to walk, stand and crouch for extended periods of time.
  • Can lift a minimum of 50 pounds
  • During the peak season is willing to work extended hours
  • Year Round. Permanent Position.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in all facets of landscape construction including paving stone and retaining wall installation, sod, plant material, ponds and irrigation
  • Alberta Class 5 drivers licence, a safe driving record and a reliable vehicle
  • First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one
  • Landscape Journeyman Certificate Preferred
  • Capable of operating equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner

Compensation:

Salary, vacation and perks depend on qualifications of the applicant and will be discussed in the interview, but might include:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Wellness Package
  • 2 Weeks Vacation + Time in lieu (work more in the busy season to bank time off in the off-season)
  • 3 Flex Days + 2 Sick Days per year
  • Many more perks, too many to list!

If you’re interested in this career opportunity with Landscape Plus in Strathmore, send us your resume, references and a cover letter.

We thank all applicants for applying for this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Landscape Crew Member

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Landscape Crew Member

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Assist in job-related tasks to complete the construction of landscapes including digging, planting, loading and unloading of materials 
  • Operate various tools such as shovels, hammers, drills, saws
  • Assist with grounds maintenance including mowing, trimming, pruning and snow clearing
  • Work as team member to complete landscape projects efficiently and with quality workmanship

Skills and Abilities:

  • Time management skills
  • Ability to work both independently and with a team
  • Ability to walk, stand, and crouch for long periods of time
  • Carry a minimum of 30 lbs. and have good manual dexterity
  • Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment
  • Committed to self-improvement and a willingness to learn new skills
  • Ability to carry out strenuous physical tasks in various outdoor conditions including heat, rain, dust, noise and cold
  • Must have a valid driver’s licence and safe driving record

Working Conditions:

  • Love of working outdoors is essential and the willingness to work in bad weather conditions i.e. rain, heat and cold weather
  • Ability to walk, stand and crouch for extended periods of time
  • During the peak season is willing to work extended hours if needed

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email info@landscape-plus.net your cover letter and resume.

Grounds Maintenance Crew Leader: Permanent Full-Time

Grounds Maintenance Crew Leader: Permanent Full-Time

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Grounds Maintenance Crew Leader: Permanent Full-Time

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform weekly mowing, weeding, garbage collection and trimming at a variety of locations.
  • Maintain equipment on a regular basis.
  • Plan and manage all daily labour, equipment, and material requirements to complete daily objectives.
  • Snow clearing in the winter months.

Skills & Abilities:

  • Excellent problem solving and time management abilities
  • Ability to work both independently and with a team
  • Critical thinker – capable of adapting to increase effectiveness and efficiency of the team
  • Demonstrates success with customer experience management
  • Demonstrates accountability for workmanship with a focus on quality

Working Conditions:

  • Love of working outdoors is essential and the willingness to work in inclement weather conditions
  • Able to walk, stand and crouch for extended periods of time.
  • Can lift a minimum of 50 pounds
  • During the peak season is willing to work extended hours
  • Full-time, permanent, year-round (spring, summer, fall weekdays and winter as needed)

Qualifications:

  • Landscape Journeyman or Horticulture Diploma
  • Minimum 4 years’ experience as a ground’s maintenance crew leader
  • Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
  • Alberta Class 5 drivers’ licence and a safe/clean driving record
  • Effective communication skills (both verbal and written – English)
  • First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)

Compensation:

Salary, vacation and perks depend on qualifications of the applicant and will be discussed in the interview, but might include:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Wellness Package
  • 2 Weeks Vacation + Time in lieu (work more in the busy season to bank time off in the off-season)
  • 3 Flex Days + 2 Sick Days per year
  • Many more perks, too many to list!

If you’re interested in this career opportunity with Landscape Plus in Strathmore, send us your resume, references and a cover letter.

We thank all applicants for applying for this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

bark mulch thickness alberta landscape plus

Using Bark Mulch in Alberta

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In Alberta, the recommended thickness for applying bark mulch in a flower bed is typically between 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 cm). This thickness provides sufficient coverage to reap the benefits of mulching while allowing for proper air and water circulation in the soil.

Here are a few considerations regarding mulch thickness

Weed suppression

To effectively suppress weed growth, it is essential to apply a thick enough layer of mulch. A 2 to 4-inch thickness helps smother weed seeds and prevents them from receiving enough sunlight to germinate.

Moisture retention

A mulch layer of 2 to 4 inches is generally effective in retaining moisture in the soil. It helps reduce water evaporation and maintains a more consistent level of soil moisture, which is particularly valuable in Alberta’s climate.

Organic matter decomposition

Over time, the bark mulch will decompose and contribute organic matter to the soil. A thicker layer of mulch allows for a gradual breakdown, enriching the soil with nutrients and improving its structure.

Aesthetics and plant health

Applying a proper thickness of mulch enhances the visual appeal of the flower bed while providing insulation and protection to the plant roots. It helps regulate soil temperature, prevents erosion, and supports healthy plant growth.

It’s important to note that excessive mulch thickness can create problems such as reduced air circulation, moisture retention leading to over-saturated soil, and potential root suffocation. Therefore, it’s recommended to maintain the mulch layer within the suggested range of 2 to 4 inches for optimal results.

Kerry’s Tip: At the trunk,  start with a thin layer of mulch to allow sufficient airflow.  Moving away from the trunk, the mulch can get thicker increasing to 3-4 inches in the spaces between the plants.

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Landscape Plus Client Showcase

Landscape Plus Client Showcase – Gagnon Residence

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About the Job

This property owner worked at Landscape Plus when she was 18 and has remained in touch ever since. Her yard is in the northwest quadrant of Calgary. She loves plants and wanted to get rid of her thin awful grass. The yard is sloped towards the road so any water that lands on the yard runs off into the road.

Landscaping & Design

We completely gutted the yard and removed the grass etc. and leaving a few huge spruce trees and a Schubert Chokecherry. We added the large Rosetta stone steps and installed a cobblestone paver walkway with lower landing. The old stairs have a new cedar look over them and a couple of privacy panels were installed on either side property lines.

The lower level has a washed rock over a professional-grade landscape fabric so that when a vehicle is parked on the street and the passenger gets out, they aren’t stepping and juggling over plants as there is no sidewalk on this side of the street.

Plant Material & Considerations

The plant material is all hardy zone 3. Ornamental shrubs are used throughout for a year-round foundation. Then the perennials are added for an ever-changing blooming time from spring to fall. Mushroom manure was added to amend the existing depleted soil.

We used feature boulders throughout to make it look more natural and to help with any erosion that would happen when those big summer thunderstorms downpours arrive. The yard has a good thick 3“ layer of bark mulch to retain the moisture. There is also a micro irrigation head installed at the base of each plant.

The local rabbit loves to reside in the yard on a regular basis and the squirrels weren’t disturbed and continue to do life in and among the spruce trees!

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