Landscape and Horticulture Technicians and Specialists Specific Skills

Survey and assess designated sites; Prepare conceptual designs; Manage landscaping projects; Plant and move trees; Apply fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, pesticides and other lawn care products; Plan and co-ordinate the growth and use of plants for landscaping, ornamental uses and other purposes; Plan and construct landscaped environments which may include trees, shrubberies, lawns, fences, decks, patios and other landscape structures; Plant and maintain private and public lawns and gardens; Assess the health of lawns

Personal Suitability Excellent oral communication

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Work Setting Landscape contractor

Area of Specialization Landscape construction; Landscape design

Experience 1 to less than 7 months

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificateor equivalent experience

Languages English