About this role
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Outdoors. Wet/damp. Noisy. Dusty. Hot. Work setting: Urban area. Rural area. Landscape contractor. Various locations. Landscape maintenance. Park and recreation sites. Private residence. Tasks: Assist with landscape constructions. Tie and secure plants. Weed, prune and trim trees and plants. Cut grass. Rake and collect refuse. Remove litter and garbage. Cart and spread topsoil and other materials. Lay sod or seed. Plant bulbs, flowers, shrubs and trees. Apply fertilizers. Repair and maintain equipment. Write daily basic progress reports. Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens. Operate and maintain landscape maintenance equipment. Tree removal. Equipment and machinery experience: Chain saw. Pick-up truck. Small engine equipment. Sod cutter. Tractor mower. Weed trimmer/edger. Skidsteer. Transportation/travel information: Own transportation. Own vehicle. Valid driver's licence. Public transportation is not available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Repetitive tasks. Handling heavy loads. Physically demanding. Manual dexterity. Attention to detail. Hand-eye co-ordination. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Walking. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots. Personal suitability: Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Flexibility. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Punctuality. Hardworking. Maturity. Resourcefulness. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Morning. Experience: Experience an asset. Employment terms options: Day. Weekend. Overtime available. Other benefits: Parking available.