The Landscape Technician I in Open Space Inspection Services, Parks and Roads Services will be responsible for inspecting Infrastructure Operations inventory and ensuring City of Edmonton assets are maintained to the current approved service levels, quality maintenance standards and City of Edmonton best practices.
As a Landscape Technician I, you will also support the Landscape Technician II in ensuring Capital and stakeholder landscaping construction and restoration projects are completed and built to the current City of Edmonton Design and Construction Standards.
What will you do?
Inspect, comment and report on the current state of Open Space Operations inventory requiring a vast working knowledge of current approved service levels and quality standards as outlined in Open Space Operations Task Standards Manual.
Provide information to aid in qualitative and quantitative data to assess the current state of Open Space Operations deliverables
Monitor internal maintenance programs and identify and interpret deficiencies in program delivery including, but not limited to Turf, Horticulture,
Sports Fields, Integrated Pest Management, Landscape Services, Open Space Sanitation Services and Overland Drainage
Make decisions based on your knowledge of a number of different City of Edmonton best practices and maintenance methods.
Inspect overland drainage concerns on Parkland to determine if drainage could create short or long-term impacts that would require immediate or future mitigation.
Act as a technical resource and support role for the Landscape Technician II and impact decisions. It is a highly independent role encompassing a variety of landscaping disciplines, maintenance practices and projects of small to large scope.
Review constructed landscaping from a safety, vegetation health (vigor) and ease of maintenance perspective
Mitigate long term maintenance liabilities
Perform site visits related to internal or external inquiries, notifications, complaints, etc.
Provide technical support, advice, information and detailed reports
Design drawing review, provide comments on landscape design circulations from internal and external sources
Other duties as required
Qualifications
:Completion of a two-year technical diploma, or higher level education in Landscape Technology, Horticulture, Forestry, or a related field
Minimum of 2 years related work experience in PARS Turf, Horticulture, Sports Fields, Integrated Pest Management, Landscape Services Operations, landscape construction
Assets:
Previous experience with landscape inspections
Construction Management Certificate
Skills required for success:
Working knowledge of landscape design, landscape construction, construction survey, construction grading and slopes
Knowledge of landscape and construction techniques and terminology
Knowledge of Edmonton Landscape Design and Construction Standards Volume 5 - Landscaping and Landscaping Inspector Guideline Manual
Excellent communication skills, verbally and in business/technical writing
Attention to detail and the ability to verify and assess documentation
Demonstrated proficiency with Google Applications (Docs, Sheets, Gmail, Calendar)
Proven customer service skills and excellent communication skills
Physical ability and manual dexterity to perform the work of this class
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
Alignment with the goals of the Environmental Management System Enviso
Applicants may be tested
Conditions of Employment:
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
Work Environment:
Monday through Friday
The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.
Successful candidates may be eligible for recall in the 2026 season
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact
employment@edmonton.ca
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Up to 4 temporary full-time position for up to 6 months