Landscape and Horticulture Technicians and Specialists Specific Skills

Prepare presentation graphics and drawings; Prepare conceptual designs; Build models; Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and disease; Apply various treatments such as pruning, spraying, repairing damaged areas and injecting with treatment solutions; 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

Work Location Information Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding

Additional Skills

Write specifications; Prepare contracts and tenders; Estimate costs; Read and interpret blueprints; Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Languages English