Gardener 2
$68,786–$68,786 year
On-site · Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Prepares flower beds by hand digging or rototilling and raking, and maintains flower beds, horticultural displays, and plants in greenhouses; maintains park plant materials in a neat, orderly condition; participates in design, preparation, planting, and maintenance of horticultural displays, turf areas, indoor and natural area plantings, and landscapes, including Plant Health Care and IPM and pesticide use; prepares growing media, propagules, and conducts planting and transplanting; inspects plants for damage, infestations, or disease; prepares chemicals for spraying and applies to flowers, shrubs, etc.; performs park maintenance such as litter control, snow/ice removal, and washrooms; loads and delivers materials; operates motor vehicles and grounds equipment; answers horticultural questions from the public; may direct other staff; maintains equipment; supports ongoing landscaping and seasonal duties.
Required Qualifications
- Diploma or certificate in horticulture or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Considerable experience as a practicing gardener.
- Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's License and must qualify for the City's equipment operating permits and requirements.
- Possession of or the ability to obtain within 6 months an Ontario Landscape Exterminator's License
- May require Structural Greenhouse/interior Plant Exterminator Licence
- A good knowledge of plant materials and the ability to propagate and grow a wide variety of plants for the beautification of park areas.
- Ability to arrange, plant and maintain annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees according to the best horticultural methods and to achieve an attractive appearance.
- Ability to identify insect pests, diseases and weeds and to treat them in the most effective manner.
- Ability to make the most effective use of fertilizers and an understanding of the water requirements of plants.
- Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations that apply to this work.
- Must be physically capable of performing required duties.
- Ability to deal courteously with the public.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions.
- May be required to work shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.
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