Landscape Technologist Apprentice (Vancouver)

About the role

The University of British Columbia’s Municipal Services team is seeking a Landscape Technologist Apprentice to support the maintenance of hard and soft outdoor spaces across the Vancouver campus. This four‑year apprenticeship combines on‑the‑job training with distance and classroom learning.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and repair hard‑scape surfaces such as asphalt, concrete, and pathways.
• Perform soft‑scape duties including pruning, planting, propagation, and turf installation.
• Assist with landscape design and construction projects of varying scale.
• Apply pesticides, herbicides and other chemicals safely and in compliance with regulations.
• Support irrigation system upkeep and playing‑field maintenance.
• Collaborate with Landscape Technologists, apprentices and labourers on daily tasks.

Required profile

• Enrolment in the Landscape Horticulturist Technologist apprenticeship program (approximately 4 years).
• Ability to follow directions from the Manager and senior Landscape Technologists.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Commitment to safety and environmental best practices.

Required skills

• Irrigation system maintenance
• Landscape construction and hard‑scape repair
• Tree and shrub pruning
• Plant propagation and nursery work
• Pesticide and chemical application
• Turf installation and maintenance
• Asphalt and concrete repair techniques

What we offer

• Apprenticeship salary progressing to $7,186‑$7,666 CAD per month by program completion.
• Hands‑on experience in a university campus environment.
• Access to training resources and mentorship from experienced professionals.