1. Tell me are you okay working with other people?
Yes love the company but can also work happily on my own.
2. Tell us do you have your own tools?
Yes I have some of my own tools for landscaping.
3. Tell us what is your specialty?
People person very friendly fast quick learner and always willing to learn new things.
4. Tell me do you have any mulching experience?
Yes I have done some but not a lot but I know it's to prevent the evaporation of moisture, the freezing of roots and the growing a of weeds.
5. Tell me do you have your own transportation?
Not yet, but i planning to buy soon.
6. Tell me how many years experience do you in landscaping?
Well I would say about 5 years.
7. Explain how well do you pay attention to details?
Very well I pay attention so much that I double check my work before leaving the job.
8. Explain how high of expectations do you put on your work?
I start low so that I can be proud of my work when I've exceeded my expectations and be confident to raise the bar next time.
9. Explain have any education in landscaping?
Not specifically in the field of landscaping but I feel my hands on experience harvesting and maintaining gardens gives my some basic knowledge like how to correctly and safely use tools such as wheel barrows, shovels and spades, shears and loppers ect.
10. Tell me do you enjoy working in all weather conditions?
Well what kind of soil it is and putting plants that don't compete for light or root space.
11. Explain what goes into your decision when pairing plants together?
What looks best in the right place and which one best fits the spot I'm gonna be putting it.
12. Tell me do you have any experience designing your own project?
Well I have some but nothing major at this point but I know being in this company I could learn way more for my future.
13. Tell me when did you first begin designing your own landscaping projects?
My parents did all of the designing for me.
14. Explain what was the toughest situation you've had designing a project?
Working around the demands of a 3 year old. But focus, hard work and some very difficult maneuvering I got it done on time.
15. Tell me what do you know about different plants?
I have been trained in the identification of many plants. I have also been trained in botany. I have a solid understanding of many plants and I know how to find information about others.
16. Explain what is your most favorite and least favorite type of soil for planting and landscaping?
My favorite is loam since it supports most of the plant life and is so easy to handle. I least like to work with wetland soil, not only is it messy, but the choices are really limited with it.
17. Explain what strong points do you have in landscape architecture?
My strongest point in landscaping would be that I satisfy every customer that I work for. To me that is a success every landscaper looks for.
In addition to designing, I am well versed in ground cleaning, cutting, shaping, mowing, fertilizing and irrigating the site for landscaping.
19. Explain when you make a mistake, how do you go about fixing it?
I first evaluate the mistake. Is there a reduction in quality or is the outcome still ok? If the mistake did not decrease the quality of the result and is acceptable then maybe it can be left alone. If not you evaluate how to fix it, and follow those actions.
I am an outdoorsy in and out! When it comes to working in the great outdoors, I know how to keep myself covered to battle the elements. And since working outdoors is the essence of this work, one has to make sure that one is prepared with raincoats and sunscreen as and when required.
Landscaping is something I could seek long-term my parents have done it and now it's my turn to do it and keep the family legacy.
No doubt landscaping demands creativity but it also demands man power. If there is a conflict of ideas among team members I always resolve the issue by sitting together, sharing ideas and evaluating each plan for its feasibility. Of course the customer's preferences and the allocated budget pretty much define the choice of design so it has never posed to be a problem.
23. Explain what was your most successful design project? Why do you believe it was successful?
Doing landscaping at the conservation building. Had dig out old dead grass all around the parking lot with shovels, pulling all dead weeds. Laying down new soil and patting in all done to make it look even and putting grass seeds on it after then watering. It was successful because the customer was happy and thanked up for the hard work and said it looked great.
The most successful landscaping I have done so far is that in the light well of a huge shopping mall. It has been successful I think because the design ides was very unique and the plant selection was informed, just in accordance with the light and moisture factors so its maintenance is super easy.
25. Tell me who did you work for in the past?
Last few years I was working for young and developing landscape business. Making it grow along with our experience and skilles.
26. Landscaping Job Interview Questions:
☛ Tell me about yourself?
☛ What are your biggest strengths?
☛ Why did you leave your last job?
☛ What are your career goals for landscape laborer?
☛ Why do you want to work here?
☛ What are your greatest weaknesses for landscape laborer?
☛ What do you know about our organization?
☛ What kind of salary are you looking for landscape laborer?
☛ Why should we hire you?
☛ Do you have any questions?
27. Landscaper Job Interview Questions:
☛ What types of landscaping projects have you worked on in the past?
☛ How much guidance do you like to receive on a project?
☛ Do you prefer to work independently or in a group? Why?
☛ What is your favorite planned or built landscape? Why?
☛ What was your most successful project? Why do you believe it was successful?
☛ Tell me about a project you worked on that involved collaboration with other landscapers.
☛ What are your views on the organic growth of plants?
☛ Name three popular dust solutions.
☛ What are two or three insect killers you prefer to use?
☛ Tell us about a time when you dealt with a difficult plant disease successfully.
☛ What would you do if a client asked you to make a revision that you did not agree with?
☛ What soil traits must be considered before selecting plants to cultivate?
☛ Tell me about a time when your design did not turn out as you had planned. What steps did you take to resolve the problem?
☛ What experience do you have creating a promotional piece or concept design?
☛ Do you have any experience using AutoCAD to create a design concept? If so, how have you applied AutoCAD to your landscaping work?
Yes, I work quite well on my own - as well as I can work in a team. I was responsible for a 5 acre landscaping project which I handled all on my own and within the provided deadline.
I studied Agriculture for 6 years and continue studying by correspondence from Australia. I always keep myself updated with the latest trends and innovations and always try to be different from others.
Soil is never a limitation. If the design calls for cacti, I'll plant those in large pots of sandy soil or by allocating a whole bed to sandy soil or shale.
Well we did at this one job but come to find it we thought it actually looked better than what was planned so we left it that way.
I would try to see a different picture in my mind to see if it could actually work if we maybe moved a couple things around. Or if it doesn't .. Well ill have to start over take it out and fix the mess.
33. Please tell me to what extent do you use visualization when you work on a project?
I have a strong visual imagination. When I plan a landscape I begin with mental imagery but for detailing, I do make rough sketches either manual ones or computer aided ones to have a clearer idea about end product. Tangible sketching also enables me to discuss the idea with the team members and to get it approved by the client.
34. Suppose If I ask you to do something in a way you are not used to, how would you handle this?
I would handle it well if I felt I could not perform the task on my own I would ask for assitance or to show me how to get the job task done properly.
35. Explain would your previous employer give you good reviews from your past work?
I will have to say yes. All my previous jobs the employer and management team enjoyed working with me. They would credit my work ethic and how well and efficient I perform.
