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; 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

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

Landscaping Experience

Residential projects; Commercial and/or industrial construction

Products or Services (Sales) Trucks and trailers

Work Location Information

Work in employer's/client's home; 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 Valid driver's licence

Work Site Environment Outdoors

Own Tools/Equipment

Steel-toed safety boots; Safety glasses/goggles; Gloves; Ear plugs; Mask

Security and Safety Driving record check (abstract)

Truck or Equipment Experience Snowplough

Work Setting Lawn care company; Landscape contractor

Area of Specialization

Landscape construction; Landscape design; Plant knowledge and identification

Additional Skills

Write specifications; Read and interpret blueprints; Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Education

Other trades certificate or diplomaor equivalent experience

Languages English