landscape technician

Government of Canada; Marshfield; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a green job focused on environmental preservation. This role involves hands-on tasks such as watering and tending to plants, diagnosing tree and shrub issues, and maintaining landscapes. Ideal candidates will thrive in outdoor settings, often facing physical challenges while ensuring beautiful and healthy green spaces. If you are passionate about the environment and enjoy working with nature, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute positively to your community and the planet.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in landscaping and maintenance of parks and recreation sites.
• Specialized skills in the green economy sector.

Responsibilities

• Water and tend to plants, lawns, and gardens.
• Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems.
• Weed, prune, and trim trees and plants.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Ability to distinguish between colours

Physically demanding tasks

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Sod cutter

Small engine equipment

Roto-tiller

Pick-up truck

Chain saw

Tractor mower

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Experience an asset

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

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The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Outdoors
• Wet/damp
• Dusty
• Hot

Work setting

• Urban area
• Rural area
• Lawn care company
• Landscape contractor
• Private residence
• Landscape maintenance

Responsibilities Tasks

• Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
• Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and disease
• Plant and move trees
• Weed, prune and trim trees and plants
• Remove litter and garbage
• Plant bulbs, flowers, shrubs and trees
• Lay sod or seed
• Cart and spread topsoil and other materials
• Assist with landscape constructions
• Apply fertilizers
• Rake and collect refuse

Experience and specialization Landscaping experience

• Park and recreation sites

Equipment and machinery experience

• Sod cutter
• Small engine equipment
• Roto-tiller
• Pick-up truck
• Chain saw
• Tractor mower

Specialization or experience

• Green economy sector
• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Additional information Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Walking
• Tight deadlines

Own tools/equipment

• Safety equipment/gear
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Gloves

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits