The landscape construction lead hand will perform tasks involving heavy landscape construction, site demolitions and excavation. The job will include the operation of power tools, excavators, skid steers and articulated loaders, handling and installing aggregate, precast paving, and natural stone. Typically, the lead hand is also the crew truck driver to and from the yard.
Job Tasks
Right-hand to the crew leader, manages themselves and the crew to execute tasks.
Load and unload the crew truck at the yard and drive the crew truck to the jobsite daily.
Read plans, instructions, or work specifications to determine work activities.
Fill out yard purchase orders (PO#’s), circle checks on trucks/equipment, inspect and sign off on deliveries, and return all paperwork to the office on a weekly basis.
Assists in completing daily paperwork including vehicle and machine circle checks, purchase orders.
Review construction sites to identify and eliminate potential hazards.
Responsible for ensuring that all required PPE and safety equipment is used by crew members.
Assists in completing performance reviews with crew leader and laborers.
Back-up or assist in daily progress reports and meetings on site with the project manager.
Responsible for ensuring trucking and machinery are well maintained.
Craftsman on-site as required.
Oriole Landscaping is a mid-town Toronto design/build firm that focuses on high-end residential installations. Oriole has been working diligently for 36 years in the industry and continues to refine its business culture and landscape construction processes.