General Labourers / Landscaping Labourer (Ontario, Canada)

General Labourer Job Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of job sites prior to the beginning of a project Operate various tools and equipment, including chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, hammers, drills, etc.

• Mix, pour, and spread concrete
• Assist in the construction of walkways, fences, decks, posts, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting inspections, lubricating, and cleaning daily
• Dig ditches or trenches
• Perform land clearing activities
• Plant and maintain garden beds and lawns
• Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment required to complete landscape construction projects
• Transport materials using shovels, wheelbarrows, carts, dollies, and hand lifting/carrying
• Assist Crew leader with job-related tasks
• Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• Comply with all company policies and regulations
• Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations

Landscape Labourer Job Responsibilities

• Moves soil, equipment, and materials dig holes, and perform related duties to assist LANDSCAPE GARDENER in landscaping grounds: Digs holes for plants and trees, using pick and shovel.
• Mixes fertilizer or lime with dirt in the bottom of holes to enrich the soil places plants or trees in holes, and add dirt to fill holes.
• Attaches wires from planted trees to stakes to support trees.
• Hauls or spreads topsoil, using wheelbarrow and rake.
• Waters lawns, trees, and plants using a portable sprinkler system, hose, or watering can.
• Spreads straw over seeded soil to prevent movement of seed and soil.
• Builds forms for concrete borders, using lumber, hammer, and nails.
• Mixes and pours cement for garden borders.
• Places decorative stones and plants flowers in garden areas.