Work site environment

Work setting

Interpret blueprints or other instructions to plan methods or sequences of operation
Plan the incorporation of landscape structures
Read blueprints or other instructions to determine work requirements
Trim trees to achieve the desired pruning objective such as crown cleaning, thinning, raising, reduction, restoration, espalier pruning, vista pruning
Manage landscaping projects
Prepare conceptual designs
Estimate costs
Write specifications
Survey and assess designated sites
Prepare contracts and tenders
Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
Apply fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, pesticides and other lawn care products
Apply various treatments such as pruning, spraying, repairing damaged areas and injecting with treatment solutions
Assess the health of lawns
Direct crews who maintain the health and appearance of golf courses and their surrounding landscapes
Examine trees and shrubs to diagnose problems and disease
Plan and co-ordinate the growth and use of plants for landscaping, ornamental uses and other purposes
Plant and maintain private and public lawns and gardens
Plant and move trees
Tree removal

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Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations