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; Assess the health of lawns

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Client focus; Reliability; Organized

Computer and Technology Knowledge MS Excel; MS Outlook

Work Location Information Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Physically demanding; Attention to detail

Work Site Environment Outdoors

Additional Skills

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

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Languages English