Languages English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience

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

Not required; Canadian Nursery Landscape Association (CNLA) certification

Equipment and Machinery Experience

Sod cutter; Small engine equipment; Pick-up truck; Chain saw; Backhoe; Front end loader

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Additional Skills

Plan and estimate labour and materials; Maintain work records and logs; Read blueprints and drawings

Area of Specialization Landscape construction

Specific Skills

Resolve work related problems; Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies; Repair and maintain equipment; Organize and direct planting of trees, gardens and lawns; Establish work schedules and procedures; Plan, manage and supervise landscape construction work

Own Tools/Equipment Steel-toed safety boots; Gloves

Work Site Environment Outdoors

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Own vehicle; Vehicle supplied by employer; Valid driver's licence; Drive manual transmission vehicle

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Large workload; Tight deadlines

Ability to Supervise 3-4 people

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Client focus; Judgement