Landscape and Horticulture Technicians and Specialists Specific Skills

Clipping; Deleafing; Harvesting seedlings; Mixing fertilizer; Suckering; Tying; Greenhouse cleaning; Lowering

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Excellent oral communication; Judgement; Organized

Ability to Supervise 16-20 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Overtime required

Transportation/Travel Information Valid driver's licence

Work Site Environment Odours; Hot

Type of Crops Bell peppers; Greenhouse tomatoes

Type of Product Vegetables

Specific Skills

Organize and direct greenhouse and nursery operations; Order materials and stock; Establish and maintain required environment; Hire, train and supervise staff; Supervise staff in planting, transplanting, feeding and spraying; Identify and control insect, disease and weed problems

Experience Experience an asset

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.) Forklift Operator Certification

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Languages English