Landscape and Horticulture Technicians and Specialists Specific Skills

Manage landscaping projects; 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; 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

Park and recreation sites; Residential projects; Commercial and/or industrial construction

Computer and Technology Knowledge MS Excel; MS Word; AutoCAD; MS Outlook

Work Location Information Urban area

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling

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

Work Site Environment Outdoors

Security and Safety Driving record check (abstract)

Additional Skills

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

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificateor equivalent experience

Languages English