Gardener - Old Man Creek
Gardener - Old Man Creek
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Job Description
- Diploma in Horticulture or a related field or Journeyman (Red Seal) Landscape Horticulturist Certificate
- At least 5 years of experience in the landscape or forestry industry including supervisory responsibilities
Assets:
- Alberta Landscape and/or Agricultural Pesticide Applicator Certification or interprovincial equivalent
- Class CNSC or higher City of Edmonton Drivers Permit
- City of Edmonton Trailer Training
- City of Edmonton Skid Steer Training
- Experience operating small and Large Utility Tractors Skid steers Wood Chippers and various small engine equipment
- More than 2 years experience propagating woody landscape plants
- Proficiency in Google Suite including Gmail Drive Sheets Docs and Calendar
Skills required for success:
- Experience propagating and maintaining a diverse range of plant species
- Strong attention to detail and meticulous recordkeeping
- Knowledge of current best practices in horticulture production and maintenance
- Technical Expertise: Indepth knowledge of plants including identification propagation techniques nutrition soils and pest/disease management
- Leadership: Proven ability to supervise and train staff effectively
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reports presentations and team interactions
- ProblemSolving: Analytical skills to identify performance issues and develop solutions
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with colleagues other departments and external stakeholders
- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusion
Conditions of Employment:
- Successful candidates will be fit for a respirator and compliance with the City of Edmontons Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment including medical monitoring is a requirement of this position
- Compliance with the City of Edmontons safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement for this position including wearing CSA safety boots hard hats and High Visibility clothing
- Valid Alberta Class 5 drivers license (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Drivers permit is a requirement of this position
Work Environment:
- Must be able to perform physical labor in all weather conditions
- May be required to work evenings and weekends as needed
- The work environment is a mix of office settings greenhouses and outdoor locations. The position requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team and to interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact . Learn more about our benefits to 1 permanent fulltime position is available
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Salary Range: $31.648 $34.692 (Hourly); $66081.020 $72436.900 (Annually)
Talent Acquisition Consultant: AM / SB
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
Do you have a passion for horticulture extensive knowledge of native plant species and a desire to contribute to the enhancement of Edmontons green spaces Are you a skilled leader with a knack for plant care and a commitment to sustainable practices If so then you might be a perfect fit for our Gardener position in the City Operations department!
As a Gardener with the City of Edmontons Old Man Creek Nursery you will be responsible for propagating a wide variety of trees shrubs and native plants; gathering seed and cuttings and maintaining propagation stock for use in City planting initiatives. You will use your extensive knowledge of the growth and maintenance needs of nursery plant material to raise plants mentor other Nursery staff and continually improve on our work in the production of landscape plants.
What will you do
- Work with Nursery leadership and internal clients to develop and implement production plans for trees native shrubs and native forbs
- Apply Integrated Pest Management principles to monitor the health of plants identify pests and diseases and recommend appropriate control measures
- Mentor and train staff on horticultural and nursery greenhouse procedures including propagation planting pruning and watering techniques
- Collaborate and participate with Nursery staff Urban Forestry leaders and other departments on plant production projects and initiatives
- Maintain accurate records of plant health treatments inventories propagation results and other relevant information
- Demonstrate applied skills and provide fieldlevel training to Nursery staff
- Assist with other related operational work at the nursery including operation of equipment pruning irrigation maintenance and repair and application of herbicides
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