Restorative Landscape Technician Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Restorative Landscape Technician to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Grade and lay stepping stones, patios, walkways, etc;
- Operate a variety of landscaping equipment in a safe manner including chipper, whipper snippers, hedge trimmers etc. as well as standard hand tools;
- Maintain efficiency & a high quality of work in various weather conditions;
- Provide support as needed to The Nature Store, nursery & community events;
- Arrive at work prepared, on time and with all personal equipment in good working order;
- Take direction from Project Manager/Foreman & make needed changes in a timely manner;
- Communicate with and support team members to get the job done;
- In the absence of a foreman, supervise other employees and insure all policies are adhered to;
- Plant and maintain residential, institutional, and commercial gardens.
Requirements:
- Landscape Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, first aid, WHIMIS or equivalent safety education and training preferred;
- Ability to perform multiple job tasks efficiently while maintaining quality;
- Ability to work respectfully with a team while maintaining a positive attitude;
- Flexible schedule, with an ability to travel if necessary;
- Excellent communicator who is capable of receiving, and executing instructions;
- Dependable worker with initiative and motivation;
- Preference given to Co-op program and on the job training students;
- Physically fit, energetic, able to lift at least 50 lbs, and able to work in diverse weather conditions;
- Knowledge of landscape construction techniques and practices;
- Capacity to learn quickly and retain information in a fast-paced environment.