irrigation technician (except agriculture)

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience Experience 3 years to less than 5 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Odours Noisy Outdoors All weather conditions Work setting Work in employer's/client's home Garden centre Urban area Rural area Greenhouse Remote location Various locations Lawn care company Nursery - horticulture Willing to relocate Landscape contractor Golf course Residential Hotel, motel, resort Private company, corporation or industry Municipal government Responsibilities Tasks Build models 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 Prepare proposals Estimate costs Prepare presentation graphics and drawings 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 Experience and specialization Landscaping experience Residential projects Commercial and/or industrial construction Institutional construction Park and recreation sites Restoration and preservation projects Cemetery or crematorium Sports field Construction specialization Automated irrigation system Fieldstone paths Interlocking brick Ornamental ponds, fountains and waterfalls Poured concrete Retaining walls Rock gardens Stone garden walls Irrigation and drainage Area of specialization Landscape design Landscape construction Hydroponic culture Horticultural consulting Plant knowledge and identification Propagation Horticulture Additional information Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence Work conditions and physical capabilities Ability to work independently Attention to detail Repetitive tasks Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Manual dexterity Ability to distinguish between colours Combination of sitting, standing, walking Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Own tools/equipment Tools Safety equipment/gear Steel-toed safety boots Hard hat Safety glasses/goggles Safety harness Gloves Ear plugs Mask Safety vest Rain gear Personal suitability Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Organized Reliability Team player Punctuality

The role involves planning, designing, and managing landscaping projects, including the installation of automated irrigation and drainage systems. Responsibilities also include plant maintenance, tree pruning, and diagnosing plant diseases across residential and commercial sites.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. A valid driver's license and the ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions are required.

• Project managementPreferred

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• Automated Irrigation Systems
• Blueprint Interpretation
• Landscape Design
• Plant Identification
• Project Management
• Cost Estimation
• Tree Pruning
• Pest Control
• Hydroponic Culture
• Site Surveying
• Contract Preparation
• Horticultural Consulting
• Drainage Systems
• Lawn Care
• Landscape Construction
• Technical Drawing

• Trades
• Construction
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Sports & Recreation
• Government & Public Sector

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 6, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level