LANDSCAPE TECHNICIAN (NOC 22114)

HML Landscape Design & Construction; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Landscape Technician to join their team. This role involves surveying and assessing landscapes, constructing and maintaining gardens, and providing expert advice on horticulture and irrigation. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in landscape construction and a valid driver's license. You will thrive in a physically demanding environment, working outdoors in various weather conditions. Join a company that values quality and safety, and enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development in the landscaping field.

Benefits

Year-end bonus

Extended medical benefits

Transportation provided between sites

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a landscape technician or relevant education.
• Valid driver's license and safety certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Survey and assess landscapes for construction and maintenance.
• Provide advice on horticulture and plant care to clients.
• Participate in site safety meetings and follow quality control.

Skills

Horticulture knowledge

Landscape construction

Client focus

Team player

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary education certificate

Apprenticeship program

Tools

Landscape tools

Fertilizer application equipment

Job description

Position: Landscape Technician (NOC 22114)

Vacancy: 5
Company: HML CONTRACTING LTD.

Business Information: We are industry leading experts on the safe and quality driven delivery of landscaping projects. Our primary scopes of expertise are landscape design, landscape construction, horticulture, arbor care and landscape maintenance.

Business Address: 54314 Range Road 255, St. Albert, AB, T8T 0T8

Work Location: Same as above and various locations in Edmonton and surrounding areas, Calgary and surrounding areas, and various locations within Alberta depending on where our projects are located.

Type of Employment: Full time – Permanent

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Description:

1. Survey and assess landscapes.
2. Construct and maintain gardens, parks, or other landscaped areas.
3. Provide advice to clients regarding horticulture, irrigation, plants and shrubs.
4. Assist landscape architects in designing landscaped environments.
5. Plant and maintain private and public lawns and gardens.
6. Plan and construct landscaped environments which may include trees, shrubberies, lawns, fences, decks, patios and other landscape structures.
7. Visit clients, assess the health of lawns, and apply fertilizer, pesticides and other lawn care products.
8. Work with minimal supervision and direction.
9. Follow all safety and quality control procedures.
10. Participate in site safety meetings.
11. Snow removal in the winter.
12. Equipment and landscape tools regular maintenance.
13. Drive to different job sites to perform job duties.

Job Requirements:

Education: Completion of high school is required.

Experience: A minimum of 3 years of experience is required. If the candidate does not have at least 3 years of experience, then a post-secondary education certificate is required OR completion of a two-to four-year apprenticeship program will help to qualify.

Significant experience as a landscape technician.

Enrollment in an apprenticeship program is an asset.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

Tight deadlines, combination of sitting, standing, walking, handling heavy loads, bending, crouching, kneeling, standing for extended periods of time, physically demanding, overtime required.

Weight Handling: Up to 45 kg (100 lbs).

Personal Suitability:

Client focus, team player, flexibility, accuracy.

Work Site Environment:

Dusty, noisy, weather conditions (hot, cold), at heights, outdoors.

Licences and Safety Certifications:

Valid driver’s license is required.

CSTS 2020 training is an asset.

Standard First Aid training is an asset.

Salary:

$24.05 - $26.00 per hour, 32 - 60 hours per week.

Benefits:

Year-end bonus, extended medical benefits after 3 months 50% paid by the company, transportation (vehicle) from one site to another provided.

Important Information:

Work schedule will be 6 days per week. Monday through Friday, the employee’s workday will begin at 7:00 am and end at 5:30 pm. On Saturday, the workday will begin at 7:00 am and end at 3:00 pm. Flexibility on schedule is needed, therefore, depending on the duties to be completed or the weather conditions, the employee could start earlier or finish later.

We guarantee 32 hours of work per week. Overtime will be required.

Apply by e-mail to: [e-mail]

Apply by mail to: 54314 Range Road 255, St. Albert, AB, T8T 0T8

Apply on website: http://hmlconstruction.ca