Landscape and Horticulture Technicians and Specialists Specific Skills

Plant and move trees; 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

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent written communication; Dependability; Reliability; Organized

Landscaping Experience Residential projects

Work Location Information

Rural area; Work in employer's/client's home; Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Own vehicle; Valid driver's licence; Public transportation is not available

Work Site Environment Outdoors; Wet/damp; Hot

Own Tools/Equipment

Safety equipment/gear; Steel-toed safety boots; Gloves

Security and Safety

Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check

Type of Heavy Equipment Operated Bobcats

Work Setting

Lawn care company; Landscape contractor; Landscape maintenance; Greenhouse; Garden centre; Nursery - horticulture; Commercial and/or industrial construction

Area of Specialization Landscape construction

Construction Specialization Retaining walls; Interlocking brick

Equipment and Machinery Experience Weed trimmer/edger; Sod cutter; Pick-up truck

Specific Skills

Weed, prune and trim trees and plants; Organize and direct construction of fences, decks and walls; Lay sod or seed; Cut grass; Cart and spread topsoil and other materials; Build patios, garden walls and other decorative installations; Assist with landscape constructions; Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens; Write daily basic progress reports; Operate and maintain landscape maintenance equipment

Experience 5 years or more

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Education No degree, certificate or diploma

Languages English