Rocksolid Landsculpting Corporation is seeking Landscape Technicians (NOC 22114) for its location in Vancouver, BC. It’s a full-time (40 hours per week), all year round, permanent position, $25.00/hour – $26.00/hour – depending on experience, paid on a bi-weekly basis. Overtime compensation is based on the current BC Employment Standards Act (1.5 times the regular wage paid if the daily hours exceed 8 hours or the weekly hours exceed 40 hours).
We offer an employee benefit plan that includes a health care plan, vision care benefits and a dental plan available to full-time employees.
We currently have two positions available.
Job duties:
- Use knowledge of horticulture and landscaping techniques to ensure properties are maintained at a high level of quality with close attention to detail.
- Plan and construct landscaped environments, including all ornamental trees, shrubs, flowers, lawns and softscape features;
- Plant residential and commercial lawns and gardens;
- Maintain established lawns by weeding, removing thatch, aerating and mulching;
- Fertilize lawns, monitor the watering needs of the grounds and ensure efficient operation of irrigation systems;
- Prune annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees using the appropriate techniques according to the plant;
- Plant, tend and remove annual seasonal plants and bulbs;
- Remove fallen leaves from lawns, garden beds, driveways and walkways;
- Pave stone and natural stone work, including taking measurements, cutting and laying on various surfaces;
- Assist landscape architects in designing landscaped environments;
- Operate landscape maintenance equipment as directed.
Location of employment: Vancouver Mainland
Business address: 8875 Osler St., Vancouver, BC, V6P 4G1
Requirements:
- Must have completed high school;
- Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving history;
- Must have at least one year of landscaping experience;
- Must have an understanding of plant material, soil types, irrigation systems, pest control, and landscape construction methods;
- Must be able to pick up and handle up to 23 kg (50lbs);
- Must be willing to work in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to speak, read and write in English;
To apply, please email your resume to accounting@callrocksolid.com with “Landscape Technician” in the subject line. We look forward to your application.