Shute Landscapes is a family run business based in Stratford, Ontario. We have been creating beautiful landscapes for 20 years. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our dynamic team.
Job Description
Assist and lead gardening and landscaping projects. Ability to identify plants, knowledge of proper maintenance procedures for different plant species, weed identification. Ability to work physically in the outdoors. Lifting and moving soils and plants. Ability to use a wheel barrow. Planting and weeding. Lay sod. Water and tend to plants, lawns and gardens.
Languages
Education
- Horticultural/Landscape Technician, and/or Landscape Gardener Trade Certification
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years or equivalent experience
Experience
- 2 years to less than 3 years. More experience will be considered an asset.
Transportation/Travel Information
- Willingness to travel locally
- Valid driver's license an asset but not a requirement
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Attention to detail, Physically demanding
Work Location Information
- Stratford, Ontario and surrounding communities.
Work Site Environment
Personal Suitability
- Flexibility, Team player, Reliability, Effective interpersonal skills
Area of Specialization
Landscape and Horticulture Technicians and Specialists Specific Skills
- Manage gardening and landscaping projects
- Ability to work in a team and independently
- Plant and move trees
- Plan and co-ordinate the growth and use of plants for landscaping, ornamental uses and other purposes
- Pruning, hedging, weeding, fertilizing, and mulching.
Terms of employment:
Seasonal, Part time (Potential Full-time available), Early morning, Days, Monday to Friday.
Wage:
$20.00 to $30.00 / Hour
Hours:
20 to 35 Hours / Week
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00-$30.00 per hour
Experience:
- Gardening: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
