Snow Removal Maintenance Labourer

Job description

NOW HIRING FOR THE WINTER SEASON! Why work with LBN? No night shifts. We do day work only. Yes, even in Winter! Earliest start time is 6:00AM 3 starting locations in Calgary to help you work closer to home Located in the SE, SW, NE Year round work available for top performers A management team that cares about you You're not just another number to us. You will find the people at LBN genuinely care about you, your family, your wins in life and your career/personal goals Employee Appreciation Paid days off for every year of employment Monthly gift card prize opportunities of $150.00 Coffee, breakfast, refreshments often brought to roll out or on site Flexible compensation options for Winter Guaranteed income option OR Plus $5.00 to your base hourly rate (ie. $19.00/hour becomes $24.00/hour) The best team in the city (world?) We work hard and we play hard. Our Core Values are: Be Real, Never Settle and Count on Me Company Overview Landscapers By Nature Ltd. (LBN) is an established leader in the landscape maintenance and snow removal market in Calgary. We deliver premium landscaping and snow removal services to large apartment and townhome communities. What we do isn’t really what matters. Why do we do it? We have a strong focus on building a team with a great culture, we have a lot of fun, we enjoy working hard as a team in a fast-growing company, and we are always looking for ways to improve. We all take great pride in the work that we do and work to reach our goals together. You’ve never worked for a trades business like this before. Take a look at our instagram to get a better idea of the culture HERE! Position Type & Schedule: Full time with seasonal fluctuations – expect to be busier during spring/fall season changes, and slightly less in the middle of summer and winter. All start times 6:30AM or slightly later, depending on operational needs. Summer is Monday to Thursday with occasional Friday's, Winter is on-call - we work when Mother Nature says we do! This position is available from October to May and is seasonal . Top performers may be offered full time employment following the Winter season. *Pay Scale Based on Experience, Skills and Qualifications in the Landscape and Snow Removal industry. Position Overview: The Snow Removal Technician is responsible for the safe and productive removal of snow and ice from our customer job sites, walkways, and traffic areas using shovels, snow blowers and other equipment as directed. Lead Technicians have the same role, the difference is that they step in for the Crew Lead when required. Because of this, Lead Technicians must have valid drivers licenses and qualify for insurance. Core Capabilities: Customer and quality focused Accountable and dependable Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) Thrives with team work Excellent problem solving abilities Job Duties: Respond promptly to calls for snow and ice events Prepare and show up for shifts free from the influence of any drugs, alcohol, or medicines that influence safety or productivity Clear snow and ice accumulations from customer sites from designated areas using shovels, snowblowers, salt spreaders and bagged salt Pile snow in designated and approved locations only Document and report any obstacles or hazards on site(s) Participate in pre-shift inspections, hazard assessments and maintenance on all small equipment Perform basic maintenance and small repairs on small equipment as required Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times Comply with all company policies and procedures Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations Requirements: Ability to read and interpret maps Physically fit with strong stamina Ability to follow safe working procedures Good observation skills and attention to detail Effective communication skills (both verbal and written) Strong adherence to our safety policies and protocol Legally authorized to work in Canada A genuine, trustworthy person that will contribute to our work environment in a positive way. Ask yourself: “Have I had quite a few issues working with others in the past? Would I say it was the other parties fault each time?” If yes, please do not apply. Work Conditions: Physically demanding shifts of 10-12 hours Fast paced environment Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold Flexible working hours including weekend and holiday work (Holiday work is rare, only in necessary conditions) Preference given to individuals that: Like minded people to ours that want to participate in the growth of our business, and take advantage of the opportunities that come along with it. Have done outdoor labour work before, and understand the challenges that come with it Have previous snow removal experience with an established company Have a wide range of experience with snow removal equipment Have little to no schedule restrictions Have a valid Class 5 license & reliable transportation to work #landscapersbynatureishiring IMPORTANT INFORMATION: ALL email correspondence comes from this email address: Please add it to your contacts so you don't miss being invited to a pre-qualification phone call or in-person interview.