Trades Landscaper

The City of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% in lieu of benefits

Long Term Disability (LTD)

Job summary

The City of Victoria is seeking a Trades Landscaper to coordinate and participate in park hard infrastructure work at a trades level. The role involves constructing and maintaining park facilities, reading engineering plans, and operating heavy tools and equipment.

Working Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with a 40-hour week. The position offers a $42.13/hour wage, 15% in lieu of benefits, and CUPE Local 50 union benefits. Closing date: Oct 6, 2026.

Qualifications

• Completion of secondary education; trade-related diploma/certification preferred.
• BC trades qualification in landscape horticulture or equivalent diploma/trades credential.
• Canadian Certified Playground Inspector Certification 32 hours.
• Valid BC Class 5 driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in park hard infrastructure work at a trades level.
• Assemble, construct, install and maintain park infrastructure (furniture, barriers, signage, play structures, pathways).
• Read and interpret engineering plans and location of utilities.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment (drill, saw, grinder, excavators, etc.).
• Maintain records and reports for maintenance and new installations.
• Provide work instruction to staff and complete daily/seasonal records.

Skills

Organize and prioritize work

Read and interpret engineering plans

Use hand and power tools

Read and interpret drawings

Maintain records

Work safely and follow procedures

Education

High school graduation

2-year Horticultural Diploma

4-year BC Trades Qualification in landscape horticulture

Canadian Certified Playground Inspector Certification

Class 5 BC Driver's Licence

Job description

Job Description

Trades Landscaper

Competition Number: 26/178

Posting Scope: Internal / External

Posted Date: September 22, 2026

Closing Date: October 6, 2026, 4:30 PM PST

Department: Parks & Recreation

Work schedule: Monday to Friday from 7:00AM to 3:30PM, Shifts may vary based on operational requirement (40 hour work week) – Long Term Disability (LTD) – Term Unknown

Salary: $42.13 per hour, Pay Grade 10

Plus 15% in lieu of benefits

Job Code: 556

Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position

Number of Vacancies: 1

Auxiliary status employees will be paid an additional 15% in lieu of vacation, holiday, sick leave beyond the statutory requirement, and other benefits, per the CUPE Local 50 Collective Agreement.

POSITION FUNCTION

Coordinate and participation in Park hard infrastructure work at a trades level.

KEY DUTIES

• Assemble, construct, install and maintain various park, playground, and sports field infrastructure such as park furniture, pedestrian and vehicle barriers, signage, play structures, sports and fitness equipment, pathways, chain link and wood fences, stairs, retaining walls, drainage and drinking fountains.
• Construct forms and pour concrete pads, conduct routine inspections of park, playground, and sports field infrastructure.
• Operate and maintain various tools and equipment such as drill, saw, grinder, compactor, jackhammer, level, trencher, operate vehicles, tractors, and excavators.
• Read and interpret engineering plans, design drawings and location of utilities.
• Maintain a variety of records, sketches and reports for maintenance and new installations.
• Operate a variety of vehicles, perform equipment maintenance, report repairs required and damage to equipment, maintain fuel and equipment supply for staff at various work sites. Determine appropriate materials and equipment as required.
• Provide work instruction to other staff on work methods and procedures.
• Complete daily and seasonal work records and equipment slips.
• Occasionally respond to enquiries from the public, City staff and outside agencies regarding general parks information.
• Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE

• Work is performed according to established procedures or programs or is assigned by supervisor.
• Work is reviewed upon completion.
• Issues such as major changes to approved designs are referred to supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

• Lift and move heavy equipment and material. (often)
• Work in awkward positions. (occasional)

Mental Effort:

• Normal.

Visual/Auditory Effort:

• Normal.

Work Environment:

• Work outside in all weather conditions. (continuous)
• Work in an environment where protective measures must be taken to avoid exposure to paint, primer, and glue. (occasional)
• Exposure to equipment noise. (occasional)

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Organize and prioritize work.
• Understand and apply the techniques of carpentry, painting, finishing, plumbing, metalworking, concrete finishing, playgrounds, and landscape construction.
• Use hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments.
• Read and interpret engineering plans.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Work safely and follow established safe work procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:

• High school graduation.
• Completion of 2-year Horticultural Diploma or completion of 4-year BC Trades Qualification in landscape horticulture or an equivalent Diploma or Trades Qualification in a related field. (2 years)
• Canadian Certified Playground Inspector Certification. (32 hours)
• Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence.

Experience:

• 1 year of experience at trades level or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER:

• May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.