Landscape Technician I Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 54852)

Description

Step into a critical, city-wide role where your technical expertise directly impacts the quality of Edmonton's landscapes. The Landscape Technician I will be the eyes and ears in the field, performing site inspections across diverse terrain, from areas being converted from maintained to naturalized to established natural areas. 

Leveraging your knowledge in horticulture and IPM, you will translate detailed findings into actionable advice, compiling essential reports that directly drive operations planning and ensure compliance and quality for projects across the city.

What will you do?

• Perform regular field investigations of sites (pre- and post-planted) following established standards to provide recommendations of weed control and other vegetation management required
• Identify weeds on sites, suggest control prioritization and treatment options given the established standards
• Traverse sites city-wide across varied terrain (vehicle or on foot)
• Closely assess sites for work quality, condition, and control effectiveness
• Record findings in the field and compile detailed reports
• Utilize data management programs for recording/reporting, requiring high technical proficiency
• Communicate inspection data and site assessments to all stakeholders
• Provide expert advice (horticulture, IPM, natural area maintenance) to direct work, escalate issues, and assist in work plan development, working closely with the Landscape Services operations team and Naturalization Technical team
• Complete various additional tasks, including site marking, fielding requests, and general housekeeping
• Other related duties as assigned

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 field inspections, GIS mapping, herbicide application, weed control and identification or natural area maintenance

Assets: 

• Alberta Pesticide Applicators License (Landscape, Industrial and/or Agricultural)

Skills required for success:

• Ability to perform accurate field inspections
• Knowledge of flora, both desirable and undesirable (weeds, invasive species)
• Knowledge of IPM, horticultural, maintenance, OH&S, WHMIS and general COE best practices
• Methods, materials, and equipment used in management of vegetation in both naturalized and established turf sites
• Attention to detail in recording information and preparing reports
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to use a variety of programs including Google suite (gmail, sheets, docs), ArcGIS
• Ability to communicate information effectively through various channels, both verbal and written
• Ability to interact with public safely and professionally, maintaining respect and a positive perspective of operations
• Physical ability and manual dexterity to perform the work of this class
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm) 
• 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
• Successful candidates are able to be fit for a respirator, and compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring, is a requirement of this position
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toe boots, gloves, goggles, sunscreen and coveralls

Work Environment:

• 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.

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. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 9 months 

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range: $34.315 - $43.102 (Hourly); $71,649.720 - $89,996.980 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: AW/JR

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Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation

Classification Title: Landscape Technician I
Posting Date: Mar 25, 2026
Closing Date: Apr 1, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Temporary Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: City Operations
Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)

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