Skilled Landscaping Technician

Skilled Landscape Technician – WLS Landscaping

About the Role

We're looking for experienced landscapers who know what they're doing and take pride in their work. This isn't a "show up and push a wheelbarrow" position—we need people who can read a site, understand what needs to happen, and execute quality work without constant hand-holding.

As a Skilled Landscape Technician, you'll be working alongside our Lead Hands and Foremen on high-end residential projects across Ottawa. We specialize in interlock patios, retaining walls, and drainage systems—the kind of work where the details matter and shortcuts show.

If you've got experience, want to keep getting better, and actually care about the finished product, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Site prep, grading, and leveling
• Installing interlock pavers, natural stone, retaining walls, and steps
• Assisting with drainage systems and base work
• Operating equipment like mini excavators, skid steers, plate compactors, and cut-off saws
• Working with your crew to keep jobs moving efficiently and safely
• Taking direction well, but also thinking ahead and solving problems on the fly

What We're Looking For

• At least 2-3 years of experience in landscaping or construction
• Hands-on experience with hardscape installations (pavers, walls, steps)
• Comfortable operating small equipment
• Reliable, punctual, and ready to work—we don't chase people down
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Valid driver's license preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Weekly pay
• Access to quality equipment—we invest in tools that make the job easier
• Real opportunity to grow into Lead Hand and beyond
• A team that actually gives a damn about the work

About WLS Landscaping

We're a premium landscape construction company based in Ottawa. We're not trying to be the biggest—we're focused on being the best at what we do. That means quality work, quality clients, and quality people. If you want to build something you're proud of and grow with a company that's scaling the right way, this is the place.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00-$28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Application question(s):

• What skills do you believe you bring to the table that would make you an asset to WLS Landscaping and separate you from other candidates?

Experience:

• Landscaping: 3 years (required)
• Hardscape Installation: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person