Landscape and Horticulture Technicians and Specialists Specific Skills

Manage landscaping projects; Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and disease

Personal Suitability

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

Work Location Information

Rural area; Urban area; Remote location; Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Transportation/Travel Information Valid driver's licence

Work Site Environment Dangerous; Outdoors; At heights

Work Setting Office building

Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Area of Specialization

Work planning, estimating, measuring and scheduling; Tree service; Rigging and handling; Reports and records; Mechanical; Truck repair

Additional Skills

Tender and administer contracts; Prepare proposals; Prepare contracts and tenders; Plan and estimate labour and materials; Maintain progress and other reports; Maintain work records and logs; Leading/instructing groups; Estimate costs; Hire, supervise and schedule staff

Equipment and Machinery Experience Chippers; Crane

Specific Skills

Write specifications; Repair and maintain equipment; Operate chainsaw to fell, delimb and buck trees; Maintain financial records; Assist in pruning trees, shrubs and plants; Assist in operation, repair and maintenance; Contact potential customers by phone

Experience 5 years or more

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certification; Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)

Education

Other trades certificate or diplomaor equivalent experience

Languages English