Landscape Gardener

'''Job Overview:
We are seeking a Horticulture graduate or skilled and experienced Gardener to join our team. As a Gardener, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the beauty of our gardens and landscapes. If you have a passion for gardening and enjoy working outdoors, we would love to hear from you.

**Job Description**:

- Perform regular garden maintenance tasks such as planting, pruning, weeding, and mulching
- Maintain and care for plants, flowers, trees, and shrubs
- Monitor and adjust irrigation systems to ensure proper watering
- Operate and maintain hand tools and power tools necessary for gardening tasks
- Assist in the design and implementation of new landscaping projects
- Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient garden operations
- Provide excellent customer service to clients by addressing their gardening needs

Qualifications:

- Previous experience in garden or landscape maintenance preferred
- Knowledge of different plant species, their care requirements, and common diseases/pests
- Familiarity with irrigation systems and their operation
- Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools for gardening tasks
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
- Physical stamina to perform manual labor in various weather conditions
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment

If you are passionate about gardening and take pride in creating beautiful outdoor spaces, we encourage you to apply. Join our team of dedicated gardeners and contribute to the beauty of our landscapes.'''

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

**Salary**: $25.00-$27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)
- Pesticide Applicator Certification (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Esquimalt, BC (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-15
Expected start date: 2024-04-15