About this role
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Outdoors. Wet/damp. Hot. Work setting: Landscape maintenance. 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. Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens. Operate and maintain landscape maintenance equipment. Equipment and machinery experience: Pick-up truck. Small engine equipment. Tractor mower. Weed trimmer/edger. Area of work experience: Snow removal. Security and safety: Driving record check (abstract). Transportation/travel information: Own vehicle. Vehicle supplied by employer. Valid driver's licence. Public transportation is not available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Tight deadlines. Repetitive tasks. Handling heavy loads. Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Walking. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Own tools/equipment: Safety equipment/gear. Steel-toed safety boots. Safety glasses/goggles. Safety vest. Gloves. Ear plugs. 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?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. Morning. Day. Overtime required.