Landscape Construction Worker – Planting and Softscape
- Vancouver, BC, V6A 1J6, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
About Us
Fossil Landscape Construction is an award-winning company that specializes in the construction and maintenance of complex high-end residential landscapes. We are dedicated landscape professionals who are committed to leading the industry in quality construction and highly satisfied clients.
Fossil has been building Vancouver’s most challenging and spectacular outdoor spaces for more than twenty years. With projects located in Vancouver, West Vancouver, Whistler, and Bowen Island, Fossil executes a broad range of complex exterior construction tasks to the highest degree of workmanship.
About the Role
We are currently seeking an experienced landscaper with a background in planting and softscape to join our growing team. This role sits within our landscape construction division, with a focus on planting and horticulture. We are looking for someone who takes pride in high‑quality craftsmanship, has a solid foundation in planting and landscape installation, and enjoys creating beautiful, long‑lasting outdoor spaces.
This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside skilled professionals on well‑executed landscape projects while continuing to grow your career with a company that puts a premium on internal training and development.
Responsibilities
- Installation of trees, shrubs, perennials, grass, and container stock according to horticulture best practices
- Soil preparation, amending, and grading to support long‑term plant health
- Proper planting techniques including spacing, staking, mulching, and root care
- Assisting with irrigation installation and basic troubleshooting as it relates to plant material
- Fine grading, garden bed shaping, and site detailing to achieve a clean, finished look
- Ongoing collaboration with hardscape crews to ensure seamless project integration
- General site duties including material handling, trenching, and maintaining a tidy and organized worksite
- Safe operation of mobile equipment such as skid steers and mini excavators (training provided)
May also assist periodically with:
- Retaining walls, paving, pathways, and other hardscape features as required by project scope
What You Bring
- Previous experience in landscaping, horticulture, or landscape construction required
- Strong understanding of planting best practices
- Physically fit, dependable, and comfortable working outdoors year‑round
- Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team
- Pride in workmanship and strong attention to detail
- Two recent work references required (from the last two roles; references will be checked)
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive wages, based on experience
- Eligibility for annual performance bonus
- Company matching Group Savings Plan (RRSP, TFSA, Savings)
- Extended health benefits, including dental, vision, prescriptions, health care, life, and disability insurance
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Clear career progression within a growing company
- Company‑sponsored events and team activities, including golf, bowling, lawn bowls, and an annual Christmas party
How to Apply
If you take pride in your work and want to grow your skills in an environment that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and learning, we’d love to hear from you.
Check out our projects at fossillandscapeconstruction.com or follow us on Instagram @fossillandscapeconstruction.
Apply today and become part of an award-winning team creating Vancouver’s most beautiful outdoor spaces.
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Responsibilities
Key responsibilities involve the installation of various plant materials, soil preparation, and fine grading according to best practices to ensure long-term plant health. Workers will also assist with irrigation, collaborate with hardscape crews, and perform general site duties including equipment operation.
Requirements
Candidates must possess previous experience in landscaping, horticulture, or landscape construction, coupled with a strong understanding of planting best practices. Applicants should be physically fit, dependable, comfortable working outdoors year-round, and demonstrate pride in high-quality workmanship.
Skills
- Planting
- Softscape Installation
- Horticulture
- Soil Preparation
- Grading
- Irrigation Assistance
- Site Detailing
- Material Handling
- Skid Steer Operation
- Mini Excavator Operation
- Hardscape Assistance
- Craftsmanship
- Teamwork
- Attention To Detail
- Landscape Construction
- Plant Health
Benefits
- Annual performance bonus
- Company matching Group Savings Plan
- Extended health benefits
- Dental
- Vision
- Prescriptions
- Health care
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Clear career progression
- Company-sponsored events
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Trades
- Environmental & Sustainability
Keywords
- Landscape Construction
- Planting
- Softscape
- Horticulture
- Residential Landscapes
- High-End
- Soil Amending
- Grading
- Irrigation
- Site Detailing
- Hardscape Integration
- Skid Steer
- Mini Excavator
- Retaining Walls
- Pathways
- Paving
- Vancouver
- West Vancouver
- Whistler
- Bowen Island
- Craftsmanship
- Professional Development