Why Work at Quiet Nature?
Got skills? Get along well with others?
(This might be the place for you!)
A group of unique people building unique spaces
Located in Ayr, Ontario, Quiet Nature is a multiple award-winning landscape design and construction firm focused on the creation of sustainable landscape solutions, ecological restoration projects, water features, natural swim ponds, natural stonework, and walkways & patios.
We're a rapidly growing business looking to add more all-stars to the team. We like to have a good time both in and outside of the job, but also know how to bust our asses when there’s work to be done. We want good people and promise that you won’t be paired up with any slackers!
What kind of person works at Quiet Nature?
An environmentally conscious outdoors enthusiast with a positive, down to earth attitude who is hardworking and driven yet has an easy going personality and knows that success is in the details while they adapt on the fly in a creative and professional manner and supports the growth of his/her fellow workers in a trustworthy way. That’s who.
CURRENT JOB POSTINGS
Creating beautiful, one-of-a-kind outdoor spaces isn't easy...but it's rewarding.
If you love working with your hands, getting a bit dirty, and want to take pride in creating special places for outstanding clients, then you've come to the right place.
Naturalization Lead Hand ($25-$30/hour)
A Naturalization Lead Hand assists the Crew Lead in overseeing and completing large-scale planting (trees and shrubs), ecological restoration, and habitat creation projects. You'll be responsible for performing a variety of work tasks consisting of both machine operation and physical labour to assist the Crew Lead and Contract Tree Planters in completing Naturalization projects.
Core Capabilities:
- Customer and quality focus
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and written
- Ability to work cohesively within a team environment, with an ability to focus and stay motivated during strenuous work and/or repetitive tasks
- Responsible, dependable, and adaptable with a willingness to learn new skills
- Excellent problem-solving abilities
- Strong organization capabilities
- Provides guidance and leadership within the crew
Minimum Requirements and Work Conditions:
- Maintain a valid driver's license in good standing
- Proficient in the unsupervised operation of mini excavator and skid steer for necessary tasks
- Proficient in the safe operation of truck and trailer combination
- Experience in a Lead Hand role and/or extensive experience in large-scale plantings
- Able to lift a minimum of 50lbs repeatedly throughout an entire work shift (8-10 hours)
- Lead others with minimal supervision, and complete small projects independently while upholding Quiet Nature protocols within the crew
- Communicate (verbally and written) with the Crew Lead or Production Manager to update/review the project and plan ahead
- Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Landscape Construction - Lead Hands & Crew Members ($24-32.50/hour)
A Quiet Nature Crew Member is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks in order to assist with the completion of landscape construction projects and will operate different tools and specialty pieces of equipment to get things done. You'll have a budding passion for building beautiful, unique spaces and a willingness to learn, grow, push yourself, and generally change the world (or at least the private world of our clients).
You may be coming to us with minimal experience in the industry but an interest in learning something new, working hard, and getting in shape while you do it. Or, you may have a few years of experience in the landscape world with a general sense of what you like and don't like building, and a desire to start honing your specialty and perfecting your craft.
In addition to working with awesome people, we offer:
- time-and-a-half pay for Saturday work
- stat holiday pay
- health care plan
- profit-sharing program
Contract Tree Planter ($17.50-$20/hour)
The Contract Tree Planter is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks consisting of primarily physical labour to assist the Crew Lead in completing large-scale planting (trees and shrubs), ecological restoration and habitat creation projects. Contract Tree Planters may also be required to assist with the maintenance and operation of our native plant nursery and assist our residential landscape construction crew(s).
Minimum Requirements & Work Conditions:
- Ability to report directly to job sites in various locations, and/or carpool from our shop located in Ayr, Ontario
- Come prepared for work each day: appropriate safety and workwear (ie. steel-toed work boots/shoes, hi-visibility uniform, hard hat, rain gear, sun protection), and sufficient food and water for the workday
- Learn and practice using the required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
- Ability to work with hand tools and materials
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with varied work hours (approximately 10 hours per day) and occasional weekend work
- 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
Like what you've seen? We want to hear from you!
- Join a tribe of fellow all-stars
- Work on unique, challenging projects
- Stay in shape while working in the great outdoors
Please complete the following form so we can get a sense of your current knowledge and skill set and understand a bit more about who you are. It will take you approximately 10-20 minutes to complete.
When you've completed the application, click the "Submit" button at the bottom. We will contact you if further information is needed or to schedule a time to meet in person.
Once you click "Submit" you will not be able to edit your application.
A Look Under the Hood
Stunning Landscapes & Satisfied Clients
Giving Back to Mother Nature
"I selected Quiet Nature because I liked the artistic style of their landscapes and the concept of a low maintenance, drought-resistant garden. We've been able to give back to mother nature and have a fabulously beautiful backyard!"
- Angela
Waterloo, Ontario
The End Result is Beautiful
"We were very pleased with the Butterfly Garden rejuvenation project that Quiet Nature planned and installed for us. The end result is beautiful, within our budget and was created using no power tools."
- Victoria Lant
Northlake Woods School Council; Waterloo, Ontario
View Examples of Our Award-Winning Work
From backyard patios to swimming pools, natural gardens, wildflower meadows and so much more, our commitment to delivering exceptional results makes every project truly special. Our award-winning designs reach far beyond the traditional confines of landscaping, thanks to our dedication to producing work that doesn't compromise on our ideals.
We believe the beauty of our natural world should be available to everyone, and our innovative designs highlight the versatility of sustainable landscaping. It's a unique strategy that has successfully contributed to the creation of some of our area's most impressive residential backyards, low maintenance gardens, and stunning water features.
Take a few moments to explore our previous work and get inspired for your next landscape design project.
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