Living Wall Biofilter & Living Roof Technicians

Job summary

Assist with installing, maintaining, and repairing living wall biofilters and living roof systems, including structural components, irrigation, and planting. Follow work plans and drawings, inspect and monitor systems, document work, and report issues while coordinating with site teams to meet safety, schedule, and quality standards.

Job details

Company Description Nedlaw Group, founded in 1988, is recognized for its innovation and leadership in building envelope and green building technologies. The company specializes in high-performance Nedlaw Roofs, Living Walls, and Living Roofs that integrate environmental sustainability with functional design. Nedlaw’s solutions focus on improving indoor air quality, enhancing energy efficiency, and creating healthier built environments. Team members have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that combine construction expertise with living architectural systems. Nedlaw values safety, quality workmanship, and long-term industry impact. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site role based in Breslau, ON for Living Wall Biofilter & Living Roof Technicians. In this position, you will assist with the installation, maintenance, and repair of living wall biofilters and living roof systems, including structural components, irrigation, planting, and monitoring system performance. Daily tasks include handling materials and tools, following detailed work plans and drawings, performing routine inspections, documenting work, and reporting issues to project leads or supervisors. You will work closely with other technicians and site teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to quality standards. The role may involve working at heights, outdoor and indoor environments, and varying weather conditions. Qualifications Experience or strong interest in green building systems, horticulture, landscaping, or living architecture (living walls, green roofs, biofilters). Solid understanding of basic construction practices, use of hand and power tools, and comfort working at heights or on roofs with appropriate safety equipment. Ability to read and follow technical drawings, installation instructions, and maintenance procedures with attention to detail and quality. Strong problem-solving skills, reliability, and capacity to work both independently and as part of a team in changing site conditions. Good physical stamina and ability to perform manual labor, including lifting, climbing, and extended periods of standing or working outdoors. Effective communication skills, professional conduct with clients and coworkers, and commitment to health and safety practices. Previous experience in construction, roofing, building maintenance, or environmental technologies is an asset. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to the Breslau, ON worksite preferred. Relevant certifications (e.g., Working at Heights, WHMIS, fall protection) are beneficial.

What you’ll do

Assist with installing, maintaining, and repairing living wall biofilters and living roof systems, including structural components, irrigation, and planting. Follow work plans and drawings, inspect and monitor systems, document work, and report issues while coordinating with site teams to meet safety, schedule, and quality standards.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience or a strong interest in green building systems, horticulture, landscaping, or living architecture, along with basic construction skills and the ability to follow technical drawings and procedures. The role requires physical stamina, comfort working at heights and outdoors, reliability, communication and teamwork skills, and a commitment to safety; relevant certifications and a valid driver’s license are beneficial.

Listed skills

• Routine Inspections · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Living Wall Installation
• Living Roof Installation
• Biofilter Maintenance
• Irrigation Systems
• Planting
• Construction Practices
• Hand and Power Tools
• Reading Technical Drawings
• Routine Inspections
• System Performance Monitoring
• Problem-Solving
• Manual Labor
• Working at Heights
• Health and Safety
• Teamwork
• Work Documentation

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability