Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
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Noisy
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Outdoors
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All weather conditions
Work setting
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Various locations
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Lawn care company
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Build models
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Interpret blueprints or other instructions to plan methods or sequences of operation
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Plan the incorporation of landscape structures
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Read blueprints or other instructions to determine work requirements
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Trim trees to achieve the desired pruning objective such as crown cleaning, thinning, raising, reduction, restoration, espalier pruning, vista pruning
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Manage landscaping projects
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Prepare conceptual designs
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Prepare proposals
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Estimate costs
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Prepare presentation graphics and drawings
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Write specifications
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Survey and assess designated sites
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Prepare contracts and tenders
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Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
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Apply various treatments such as pruning, spraying, repairing damaged areas and injecting with treatment solutions
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Assess the health of lawns
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Direct crews who maintain the health and appearance of golf courses and their surrounding landscapes
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Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and disease
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Plan and co-ordinate the growth and use of plants for landscaping, ornamental uses and other purposes
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Plant and maintain private and public lawns and gardens
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Plant and move trees
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Tree removal
Experience and specialization
Landscaping experience
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Ability to work independently
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Attention to detail
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Repetitive tasks
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Physically demanding
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Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
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Client focus
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Flexibility
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Organized
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Reliability
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Team player
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Punctuality
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
- Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
Support for mature workers
- Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.