landscape horticulturist

11 hours ago

Victoria, Canada Habanero Landscape Solutions Full time

Overview

Languages

English

Education

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Other trades certificate or diploma

- or equivalent experience

- Horticultural science

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Work site environment

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All weather conditions

Work setting

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Various locations

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Landscape contractor

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Residential

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Private company, corporation or industry

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Municipal government

Responsibilities

Tasks

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Interpret blueprints or other instructions to plan methods or sequences of operation

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Plan the incorporation of landscape structures

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Read blueprints or other instructions to determine work requirements

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Prepare conceptual designs

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Prepare proposals

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Prepare presentation graphics and drawings

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Write specifications

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Survey and assess designated sites

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Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens

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Apply fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, pesticides and other lawn care products

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Apply various treatments such as pruning, spraying, repairing damaged areas and injecting with treatment solutions

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Assess the health of lawns

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Direct crews who maintain the health and appearance of golf courses and their surrounding landscapes

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Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and disease

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Plant and maintain private and public lawns and gardens

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Plant and move trees

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Horticulturist Trade Certification

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Landscape Gardener Trade Certification

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Landscape Architecture Technologist Certificate

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Landscape Architecture Technician Certificate

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Canadian Nursery Landscape Association (CNLA) certification

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Certified Landscape Horticulturist Technician (CLHT)

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Landscape Horticulturist Red Seal Certificate

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

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SketchUp

Landscaping experience

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Residential projects

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Commercial and/or industrial construction

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Park and recreation sites

Specialization or experience

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Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

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Landscape design

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Landscape construction

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Horticultural consulting

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Plant knowledge and identification

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Horticulture

Additional information

Security and safety

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Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

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Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Ability to work independently

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Attention to detail

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Repetitive tasks

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Physically demanding

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Ability to distinguish between colours

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Standing for extended periods

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Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

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Client focus

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Efficient interpersonal skills

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Excellent oral communication

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Excellent written communication

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Flexibility

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Organized

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Reliability

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Team player

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Punctuality

Benefits

Financial benefits

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Commission

Other benefits

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Learning/training paid by employer

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Transportation provided by employer

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