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22114.06 – Landscapers

Landscapers plan and construct landscaped environments.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Landscaper

Core competencies

  • Operation and Control to properly manoeuvre machinery, equipment and tools, such as lawnmowers, trimmers, or irrigation systems
  • Coordinating to allocate resources efficiently to complete tasks in the order of priority and meet project timelines
  • Static Strength to safely handle heavy materials involved in constructing landscaped environments, such as rocks, bricks and pavers
  • Trunk Strength to maintain proper posture while performing tasks, such as digging, lifting and operating heavy equipment
  • Adaptability to adjust landscaping plans and strategies based on weather conditions or customer preferences
  • Knowledge in Agriculture and Horticulture to understand soil composition and fertility to select appropriate plant species for different environments, implement proper planting and communicate maintenance techniques

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Plan and construct landscaped environments which may include trees, shrubberies, lawns, fences, decks, patios and other landscape structures.

Additional information

  • The Red Seal endorsement allows for interprovincial mobility.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture services (82031)
  • Nursery and greenhouse labourers (85103)

NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

2 – Natural and applied sciences and related occupations

TEER

2 – Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship training of two or more years; or supervisory occupations

Major group

22 – Technical occupations related to natural and applied sciences

Sub-major group

221 – Technical occupations related to natural sciences

Minor group

2211 – Technical occupations in life sciences

Unit group

22114 – Landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists

Occupational profile

22114.06 – Landscapers

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