Install Foreman

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Be One Of Our Next Installation Foremen
Work Hard, Reap Rewards, Breathe Fresh Air Every Single Day.

• You are happy to work outdoors in all weather.
• You are physically fit and like to work hard.
• You work well in a team, and can communicate with crew and clients in a positive, respectful, and courteous manner.
• You are honest, trustworthy, respectful and presentable.
• You are self‑motivated and have a solid work ethic.
• You have a proactive, hard‑working, and flexible can‑do attitude.
• You are 21 years or over.

University Sprinklers is the largest irrigation and landscape lighting installation and service company in Canada. We have a dedicated team of over 100 employees, offering services to over 10,000 commercial and residential clients from Whistler to Hope, on the Sunshine Coast and many of the Gulf Islands. Our head office is in Delta, but we offer service and installation from a network of over 55 decentralized service and installation vehicles.

A strong commitment to quality and customer service fuels our continued annual growth.

• Earn $26‑35 per hour as a practicing foreman, $20‑24/hour while you train.
• Over‑time hours available, but not mandatory.
• Weekend, late night and early morning work schedules are available, but not required.
• Paid training; in‑house and on‑the‑job, plus industry‑specific training and certifications (at our cost).
• Opportunity for quick advancement, with ambitious and professional behavior rewarded.
• Dynamic and diverse locations and responsibilities.
• A company vehicle and some work clothing provided.
• Accommodating scheduling which can allow for travel, play and school during our slower seasons if an individual chooses.

• Coordinate labour crew activities.
• Ensure jobs are completed on time and within budget.
• Work alongside labour and helpers.
• Supervise labour crew in daily duties, quality & speed.
  • Determine whether labour crew have the required skills for the job.
  • Perform quality inspections to ensure that work is progressing satisfactorily.
  • Communicate University Sprinklers Safety Policy safety procedures to crew and ensure compliance.
  • Deal with work‑related issues that employees may have, such as requests to take leave time or questions about promotions.
  • Give input on wages and promotion of labour crew.
  • Potentially pick up labour crew employees on the way to job sites.
• Track inventory, purchase and pick up supplies and job‑specific materials.
• Give progress reports to sales representatives.
• Demonstrate an aptitude for practical field / trades work, including physical labour and a basic understanding of plumbing, electrical and landscaping / gardening.
• Clearly communicate installation procedures to customers.
• Be professional and courteous at all times.

• Clean driving record.
• Experience in a labour position is preferred but not necessary.
• Knowledge of installation of irrigation systems and program controllers.
• Knowledge of wiring and installing landscape lighting.
• Knowledge of glue and installing pipes is valued.
• The ability to operate tools and equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• The ability to work effectively in a team.
• IIABC (Irrigation Association of BC) Certifications are a strong asset, but not necessary.
• Construction‑related trade experience and/or qualifications are an asset.
• You must have a desire to build a career as a Foreman or a future Service Technician.
• A basic understanding of computers and applications.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• We are looking for a high standard of professionalism and character.
• High school education is valued, however not necessary.
• You need a desire to learn and teach.

University Sprinklers is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, colour, religion, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law.

Your work day schedule is emailed to you the day before, and you then are expected to communicate the work schedule to your labour…