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 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.
Sponsorship to attend the Red Seal Horticulture Technician Apprenticeship Program
Languages
Education
- High school education
- Considered an asset: 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 of experience 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
- Gardening and landscaping
- Ability to work in a team and independently
- Plant and move trees
- Ability to lift and move heavy construction materials
- 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 $25.00 / Hour
Hours:
20 to 35 Hours / Week
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour
Experience:
- Gardening: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
