Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Work setting
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Manage landscaping projects
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Prepare conceptual designs
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Prepare proposals
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Estimate costs
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Prepare presentation graphics and drawings
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Survey and assess designated sites
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Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
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Apply fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, pesticides and other lawn care products
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Apply various treatments such as pruning, spraying, repairing damaged areas and injecting with treatment solutions
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Assess the health of lawns
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Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and disease
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Plan and co-ordinate the growth and use of plants for landscaping, ornamental uses and other purposes
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Plant and maintain private and public lawns and gardens
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Plant and move trees
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
Landscaping experience
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Residential projects
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Commercial and/or industrial construction
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Restoration and preservation projects
Area of specialization
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Landscape design
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Landscape construction
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Horticultural consulting
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Plant knowledge and identification
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Attention to detail
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Repetitive tasks
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Handling heavy loads
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Physically demanding
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Manual dexterity
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Ability to distinguish between colours
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Standing for extended periods
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
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Client focus
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Flexibility
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
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Punctuality
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.