Landscape and Horticulture Technicians and Specialists Specific Skills

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

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Reliability; Organized

Work Location Information Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Transportation/Travel Information Own vehicle; Valid driver's licence

Work Site Environment Dangerous; Outdoors; At heights; Noisy; Odours

Own Tools/Equipment Tools; Safety harness

Security and Safety

Bondable; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check

Area of Specialization Plant knowledge and identification

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

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

Arboriculturists Trade Certification; International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certification

Education

Other trades certificate or diplomaor equivalent experience

Languages English