landscape technician

ABC TREE MEN; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A landscaping company in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Landscape Technician to manage projects in Burnaby and New Westminster. Responsibilities include applying treatments like pruning and assessing sites. The ideal candidate has a college diploma and 2-3 years of experience in landscaping projects. The role involves outdoor work under various conditions with opportunities for mentorship and support programs for diverse communities. This position is full-time, with a pay rate of $37.00/hr.

Benefits

Mentorship programs

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 to < 3 years experience in landscaping and residential projects.
• Ability to manage landscaping projects independently.
• Driving record and criminal record check required.

Responsibilities

• Manage landscaping projects and assess designated sites.
• Apply treatments such as pruning and spraying.
• Plant and move trees, and handle tree removal.

Skills

Landscaping

Plant knowledge & identification

Horticulture

Manual dexterity

Education

College or CEGEP diploma

Tools

Chain saw

Pick-up truck

Trimmer

Small engine equipment

Job description

Landscape Technician – ABC TREE MEN

Locations: Burnaby, BC & New Westminster, BC

Salary: $37.00 / hr (40 hrs / week). Permanent Full‑time employment.

Overview

ABC TREE MEN is hiring a Landscape Technician. The employer promotes equal employment opportunities and offers mentorship for newcomers, refugees, and Indigenous workers.

Responsibilities

• Manage landscaping projects
• Write specifications and survey and assess designated sites
• Apply treatments such as pruning, spraying, repairing damaged areas, and injecting with solutions
• Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and disease
• Plant and move trees
• Tree removal

Qualifications

Education: College, CEGEP or other non‑university certificate or diploma from a program of 1‑2 years.

Experience: 2 to < 3 years in landscaping, residential projects, park and recreation sites.

Equipment & Machinery: Small engine equipment, pick‑up truck, chippers, chain saw, trimmer.

Area of Specialization: Landscape design, plant knowledge & identification, horticulture, tree service.

Security & Safety: Driving record check (abstract), criminal record check.

Transportation: Own vehicle.

Work Conditions: Ability to work independently; attention to detail; repetitive tasks; handling heavy loads; physically demanding; manual dexterity; combinations of sitting, standing, walking; standing for extended periods; bending, crouching, kneeling.

Tools/Equipment: Steel‑toed safety boots, gloves, ear plugs, mask, rain gear.

Work Site Environment

• Dangerous
• At heights
• Noisy
• Outdoors, all weather conditions

Work Setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer; willingness to relocate required.
• On‑site work; no remote option.

Employment Terms

• Early morning, morning, day, evening, weekend, shift, flexible hours, overtime available.
• Starts as soon as possible.

Benefits & Support

Mentorship programs for newcomers & refugees; mentorship/coaching/networking opportunities for Indigenous workers.

EEO Statement

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self‑identifying as a member of various groups. Membership in a group is not a job requirement; all interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Who Can Apply?

• Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or temporary resident with a valid work permit.

Application Deadline

2026‑01‑13

Advertised by

ABC TREE MEN – Construction – Medium‑sized business (5–100 employees)