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Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance Contractors and Managers  (NOC 8255)
Vancouver Island and Coast Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Landscaping and grounds maintenance contractors and managers plan, organize, direct and control the operations of landscaping, interior plantscaping, lawn care and tree service departments and establishments.

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Landscaping and grounds maintenance contractors and managers perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Plan, organize, direct and control the operations of landscaping, interior plantscaping, lawn care and tree service establishments
  • Tender bids on contracts for landscaping and grounds maintenance work
  • Plan and estimate the materials and labour requirements for individual contracts
  • Organize and direct the planting and maintenance of trees, gardens, lawns, shrubs and hedges and the construction and installation of fences, decks, patios, walkways and retaining walls
  • Hire and supervise staff
  • Maintain financial and personnel records.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Victoria, Campbell River, Colwood, Courtenay, Duncan, Nanaimo, Parksville, Port Alberni, Comox, Ladysmith, Lake Cowichan, Port McNeill, Qualicum Beach, Sidney, View Royal, Cumberland, Sooke

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Education & Job Requirements for Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance Contractors and Managers in Vancouver Island and Coast Region

Education and job requirements can vary by region. Workers in regulated occupations require a licence to work legally. Workers in non-regulated occupations do not require a licence, but employers may have other certification requirements.

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