Landscape Technician - Maintenance Assistants

Rise People; North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Health and dental benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Vision care and life insurance

Casual dress code

Company events

Job summary

Rise People in North Vancouver, BC is seeking a Landscape Technician - Maintenance Assistant. The full-time role involves outdoor grounds maintenance across sites, with paid on-site duties and a focus on safety and teamwork.

No prior landscaping experience is required; training provided. Competitive hourly wage and benefits offered, with opportunities for professional growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather.
• Team player with clear communication.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform lawn care duties including mowing, trimming, edging, blowing debris, fertilizing, and watering turf areas.
• Assist with planting trees, shrubs, flowers, and bulbs.
• Weed, prune, and trim trees, shrubs, and plants.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and small equipment safely and efficiently.
• Move, load, and transport materials using wheelbarrows, carts, dollies, shovels, and manual lifting.
• Support the Foreperson and Lead Hand with daily job-related tasks.
• Wear appropriate PPE and follow safety standards.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Follow directions

Reliability

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Lawn equipment

Job description

Landscape Technician - Maintenance Assistants
North Vancouver, BC Maintenance Full-time Jul 22, 2026 Hourly: $23.5 - $27.5

About the Role

Our ideal candidate is a reliable, hardworking individual who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in maintaining clean, healthy, and well-presented landscapes. No previous landscaping experience is required — we’re looking for someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. Friendly and dependable, they are comfortable working as part of a team and interacting with clients when required. Safety, professionalism, and quality work are always top priorities.

As a Maintenance Assistant, you will support crews delivering grounds maintenance services across a variety of sites. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys physical work, values teamwork, and wants a stable, full-time opportunity with a company that invests in its people.

Maintenance Assistants work closely with the Foreperson and Lead Hand to ensure maintenance contracts are completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards.

Key Requirements

• Perform lawn care duties including mowing, trimming, edging, blowing debris, fertilizing, and watering turf areas
• Assist with planting trees, shrubs, flowers, and bulbs
• Weed, prune, and trim trees, shrubs, and plants
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and small equipment safely and efficiently
• Operate power equipment including lawn mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning tools, aerators, power rakes, and sod cutters
• Move, load, and transport materials using wheelbarrows, carts, dollies, shovels, and manual lifting
• Assist with job site setup, organization, and cleanup to maintain a safe and professional work environment
• Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment required to complete maintenance service contracts
• Support the Foreperson and Lead Hand with daily job-related tasks
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards
• Communicate politely and professionally with clients or site contacts as required
• Perform other related duties as needed to support maintenance operations

Qualifications

• No previous landscaping or maintenance experience required — training provided
• Strong work ethic with a positive, can-do attitude
• Enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Physically fit with the stamina required for manual labour
• Ability to safely operate tools and equipment (or willingness to learn)
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to follow direction while also working independently when required
• Commitment to company core values, including honesty, integrity, kindness, and courtesy
• Preference given to candidates with a valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Pay

$23.50-$27.50

Job Type

Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate

North Vancouver, BC V7P 3H2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Why Work With Us

• Competitive pay and paid time off
• A positive, team-focused work environment
• Company events and team activities throughout the year
• Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits
• Tuition reimbursement to support your professional development
• Vision care and life insurance coverageCasual dress code and company branded clothing

We value reliability, teamwork, and people who take pride in their work. If you’re looking for a company that invests in its people and offers long-term opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.