- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
- Experience: Will train
Work site environment
OutdoorsWet/dampNoisyDustyHot
Work setting
Landscape contractorVarious locationsLandscape maintenancePark and recreation sitesPrivate residenceCommercial
Tasks
Assist with landscape constructionsTie and secure plantsWeed, prune and trim trees and plantsCut grassRake and collect refuseRemove litter and garbageLay sod or seedPlant bulbs, flowers, shrubs and treesApply fertilizersRepair and maintain equipmentWrite daily basic progress reportsWater and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardensOperate and maintain landscape maintenance equipment
Equipment and machinery experience
Sprayer or dusterTractor mowerWeed trimmer/edger
Area of work experience
Snow removal
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Repetitive tasksHandling heavy loadsPhysically demandingManual dexterityAttention to detailHand-eye co-ordinationAbility to distinguish between coloursCombination of sitting, standing, walkingWalkingBending, crouching, kneeling
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
DependabilityFlexibilityOrganizedReliabilityTeam playerPunctualityCreativityHardworking
Employment terms options
Early morningEveningShiftMorning
Employment terms options
DayWeekend
Support for newcomers and refugees
Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
Support for youths
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
Support for Indigenous people
Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
