Landscape and Horticulture Technicians and Specialists Specific Skills

Survey and assess designated sites; 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; Direct crews who maintain the health and appearance of golf courses and their surrounding landscapes; Apply fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, pesticides and other lawn care products; 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

Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Additional Skills

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

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Education College/CEGEP

Languages English