Landscape Technician

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Working for the City of Burlington

A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow.

We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership.

Type of Vacancy

Existing Vacancy

Hours of Work

35 hours per week

Department

Engineering Services

Location

This position is eligible for a hybrid work model. When attending an event or meeting in person, your primary office location will be based out of City Hall, 426 Brant Street, Burlington, ON. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands. Effective 2026 this role will be required to be on site 50% of the time each month.

Position Overview

This position works closely with Landscape Architects and Landscape Architecture supervisors to support park development and departmental projects. The position assists with gathering information and data, preparing concept designs and detailed design drawings, cost estimates and construction drawings and details. It also helps maintain park inventory data, plans, and related records throughout the lifecycle of a project—from early planning through to completion.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities include:

• Assist and support the Parks Design and Construction Team.

• Utilize computer applications to produce base drawings, concept designs, tender drawings, details, and cost estimates.

• Complete less complex park renewal projects from conceptual design through implementation, including cost estimates, contract administration and construction supervision.

• Assemble information, data and details to maintain up-to-date park plans and information for the Park Asset Management Program.

• Provide technical expertise to professional staff for projects, reports and studies.

• Address customer/ client inquiries on Park Development and/or Park Design and Construction interests.

• Provide support for public engagement processes.

• Prepare cost estimates to support the capital budget and asset management.

• Receive and incorporate requirements (regulations and policies) of other departments and agencies into park projects.

• Provide coverage of projects as assigned, during vacations and absences.

Requirements

You have a university degree in Landscape Architecture and registration with the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (OALA). You also have two to four years of related professional experience in landscape architecture, including involvement in project coordination or project management. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite is required. Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign) and certification in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are considered assets.

You have a solid foundation in technical and design skills and enjoy bringing projects to life through careful planning and organization. You work well with others and take pride in connecting with both colleagues and the public. With a keen eye for detail and a thoughtful approach to problem-solving, you help turn challenges into practical solutions.

This position may require occasional travel between sites and/or City facilities and must provide own transportation.

Additional Information

Candidates selected for an interview will be required to provide 2 recent samples of an AutoCAD drawing (detailed design and/or construction) and 1 recent sample of a drawing using design software at the interview.

Accommodations

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at: [email protected] if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Note to Applicants:

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.