Landscape technician

Kibbi; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Health care plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Kibbi in Toronto is seeking an experienced landscape technician to plan and implement landscape projects, assess sites, and prepare cost estimates.

The role requires a 1–2 year college diploma, 1–2 years' experience, and a valid driver’s license. You will apply lawn-care products and maintain gardens for clients in outdoor settings.

Qualifications

• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma (1–2 years).
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver’s licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan the incorporation of landscape structures
• Prepare proposals
• Estimate costs
• Write specifications
• Survey and assess designated sites
• Apply fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, pesticides and other lawn care products
• Apply various treatments such as pruning, spraying, repairing damaged areas and injecting with treatment solutions
• Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and disease
• Plan and co-ordinate the growth and use of plants for landscaping, ornamental uses and other purposes
• Plant and maintain private and public lawns and gardens

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Physically demanding

Education

College/CEGEP diploma (1-2 years)

Tools

Fertilizer applicator

Job description

• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
• or equivalent experience

TASKS

• Plan the incorporation of landscape structures
• Prepare proposals
• Estimate costs
• Write specifications
• Survey and assess designated sites
• Apply fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, pesticides and other lawn care products
• Apply various treatments such as pruning, spraying, repairing damaged areas and injecting with treatment solutions
• Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and disease
• Plan and co-ordinate the growth and use of plants for landscaping, ornamental uses and other purposes
• Plant and maintain private and public lawns and gardens

EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY EXPERIENCE

• Fertilizer applicator

PRODUCT INSPECTION EXPERIENCE

• Plants and plant products

AREA OF SPECIALIZATION

• Plant knowledge and identification

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Valid driver's licence

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding

SCREENING QUESTIONS

• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

HEALTH BENEFITS

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

FINANCIAL BENEFITS

• Life insurance

OTHER BENEFITS

• Other benefits
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week