Horticultural Worker

6 days ago


Muskoka Lakes, Canada Brackenrig Landscaping Full time

**About Us**:
We are a well-established landscape and horticulture company serving clients across Muskoka, Ontario. Our team is passionate about creating beautiful outdoor environments that thrive in our local climate with sustainability and native plantings at the forefront. We’re currently seeking motivated and detail-oriented **Horticulture Planters** to join our growing team for the 2025 season and on

**Position Overview**:
As a Horticulture Planter, you’ll be responsible for planting and maintaining annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees. You’ll work closely with our horticulture lead and landscape teams to ensure high standards of planting, design execution, and client satisfaction. You'll be part of a two person crew and provided with a work vehicle to access jobsite throughout the day.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Prepare and plant garden beds, containers, and planters.
- Identify plant species and understand their care and growth habits.
- Assist with soil amendment, mulching, watering, and fertilization.
- Monitor plant health and report any signs of disease or pests.
- Operate small tools and equipment as needed (e.g., shovels, pruners, wheelbarrows).
- Maintain clean and organized workspaces on job sites.
- Follow all safety protocols and company policies.

**Qualifications**:

- Previous experience in planting, landscaping, or horticulture preferred (Minimum 3years experience).
- Knowledge of native and ornamental plants suited to the Muskoka region.
- Physically fit and able to work in outdoor conditions (heat, rain, uneven terrain).
- Reliable transportation to and from the yard/shop.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Horticulture or landscaping certification is an asset.

**Why Work With Us?**
- Work outdoors in some of Muskoka’s most beautiful properties.
- Supportive team culture and opportunities for growth.
- Training provided and opportunities to expand horticultural knowledge.

We thank all applicants for their interest

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

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50 per week

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person