- Work Term: Temporary
- Work Language: English or French
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
- Experience: Experience an asset
Tasks
Trim trees to achieve the desired pruning objective such as crown cleaning, thinning, raising, reduction, restoration, espalier pruning, vista pruningManage landscaping projectsPrepare conceptual designsSurvey and assess designated sitesWater and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardensAssess the health of lawnsExamine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and diseasePlan and co-ordinate the growth and use of plants for landscaping, ornamental uses and other purposesPlant and maintain private and public lawns and gardensPlant and move treesTree removalSupervise staffSpread sand or salt on sidewalks for snow or ice controlPlan and direct grounds maintenance
Truck or equipment experience
Snowblower
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Ability to work independentlyAttention to detailRepetitive tasksHandling heavy loadsPhysically demandingManual dexterityAbility to distinguish between coloursCombination of sitting, standing, walkingStanding for extended periodsBending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
Client focusEfficient interpersonal skillsFlexibilityOrganizedReliabilityTeam playerPunctuality
Screening questions
Do you have experience working in this field?
Employment terms options
Early morningMorning
Employment terms options
DayWeekendOvertime requiredOvertime available
Support for youths
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
