Landscape Technician II

City Of Edmonton; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edmonton is seeking a Landscape Technician II to oversee landscaping projects and ensure compliance with design standards. This role involves collaboration with stakeholders, monitoring project quality, and performing inspections. Candidates should have a technical diploma and significant experience in the landscape industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in landscape industry or parks landscape construction.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and approve landscaping infrastructure for compliance.
• Inspect drainage concerns on parkland and open spaces.
• Coordinate remediation processes with contractors.

Skills

Landscape design knowledge

Construction techniques

Communication skills

Technical plant knowledge

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Manual dexterity

Education

Two-year Technical Diploma in Landscape Technology

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office

Google Applications

Job description

As a Landscape Technician II in Parks and Roads Services you will be responsible for working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders as well as members of the development industry to certify and accept landscaping infrastructure for the City of Edmonton. These positions are responsible for ensuring that landscaping projects are completed and built to the current City of Edmonton design and construction standards and are; safe, functional, aesthetically pleasing and sustainable.

What will you do?

• Mitigate long term maintenance liabilities
• Ensure capital, stakeholder and developer contributed landscaping infrastructure meet all the appropriate requirements prior to acceptance into City inventory
• Monitor, approve or reject landscaping infrastructure for internal and external stakeholders or developer contributed assets within a designated geographical area
• Review constructed landscaping from a safety, vegetation health (vigor) and ease of maintenance perspective
• Inspect overland drainage concerns on Parkland and Open Spaces to determine if drainage could create short or long-term impacts that would require immediate or future mitigation
• Delegate the responsibility for action to the appropriate functional business area
• Coordinate the remediation process with contractors and in house COE SMEs
• Identify, track and monitor projects that have not achieved acceptable overland grading until completion
• Inspection of Catch Basins/Manholes on City of Edmonton owned Parkland and Open Space inventory to proactively identify potential issues or concerns.
• Data entry of asset conditions and site findings into the inspection application via mobile phone or tablet
• Complete inspection reports or use App to document deficient items
• Construction and establishment period audit inspections and reports
• Perform site visits related to internal or external inquiries, notifications, complaints etc.
• Coordinate to provide Construction Completion Certificates (CCC) and Final Acceptance Certificate (FAC) inspections as per PARS and servicing agreement requirements
• Design drawing review, provide comments on landscape design circulations from internal and external sources
• Other duties will be performed as required

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year Technical Diploma in Landscape Technology, Urban Forestry, Horticulture or a related field
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the landscape industry or parks landscape construction

Assets:

• Previous experience with landscape inspections
• Construction Management Certificate

Skills required for success:

• Working knowledge of landscape design, landscape construction, construction survey, construction grading and slopes
• Knowledge of landscape and construction techniques and terminology
• Knowledge of Edmonton Landscape Design and Construction Standards Volume 5 – Landscaping and Landscaping Inspector Guideline Manual
• Excellent communication skills, verbally and in business / technical writing
• Technical plant knowledge with the ability to identify weeds, pests, and diseases
• Technical knowledge of City of Edmonton Landscape Design and Construction Standards
• Attention to detail and the ability to verify and assess documentation
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to build working relationships with development industry stakeholders (consultants, developers, contractors and other internal City of Edmonton staff)
• Demonstrated proficiency with Google Applications (Docs, Sheets, Gmail, Calendar)
• Demonstrated computer skills including CAD, Microsoft Office, digital filing systems, Google Docs, Gmail, SAP and SLIM
• Proven customer service skills and excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in cross functional teams, across programs and work collaboratively to share resources and information
• Physical ability and manual dexterity to perform the work of this class
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
• Applicants may be tested

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
• Successful candidates must arrange their own transportation to be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This will require business automotive insurance coverage

Work Environment:

• Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance

Successful candidates may be eligible for recall in the 2026 season

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 1 temporary full-time positions for up to 11 months

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range: $38.908 - $48.609 (Hourly); $81,239.90 - $101,495.590 (Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: AW/JR

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Classification Title: Landscape Technician II-8hr
Posting Date: May 22, 2025
Closing Date: May 29, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Temporary Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: City Operations
Work Location(s): Kennedale, 12802 - 58 St Edmonton T5A 4L3