Gardener 1 - Winnipeg, Canada - Assiniboine Park Conservancy

Assiniboine Park Conservancy

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Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Part time

Description

March 14, 2024

Ref:
UIE

Gardener 1 (Part Time, Permanent)
APC-CUPE Local 500

About Assiniboine Park Conservancy

Creating the future vision for one of Winnipeg's most prized treasures, Assiniboine Park Conservancy (APC) located at 55 Pavilion Crescent in Winnipeg is the not-for-profit organization that oversees Assiniboine Park's operations and ensures its ongoing redevelopment and financial viability.

Our team is inspired to create and deliver extraordinary experiences for the people who visit and use the Park and Zoo including building friendly, supportive, effective relationships with stakeholders, community and the general public.

The Opportunity

We are seeking one (1) part-time Gardener 1 who will perform horticultural work with a very diverse collection of plant material and is responsible for routine duties that ensure APC gardens, planters and displays are upheld to the highest quality standards and aesthetics according to APC's master plan.

Gardener 1 positions may be assigned to work anywhere throughout the Park and Zoo.

Subject to operational needs and depending on the incumbent's horticultural knowledge of and experience including but not limited to Tropical and Mediterranean plants, the Gardener 1 may be assigned to work at The Leaf, the Greenhouse or anywhere throughout the Park and Zoo.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

Interact with visitors through chats, seasonal exhibits, tours, etc.
Conduct presentations to the public as directed.
Plant annual, perennial, shrubs, and bulbs in selected locations as per planting plans, schedules and timelines, ensuring plants are properly staked when required.
Seed, divide, propagate, and transplant plant material within both the production facilities and gardens.
Record all crop scheduling data and plant material as requested by the Lead Gardener or Horticulture Supervisor(s).
Assist with arranging floral and plant displays.
Assist with the production and maintenance of specialty specimens, and assembly of special event floral displays.
Relocate plant material as required.
Conduct appropriate watering regimes for all plant material.
Ongoing maintenance of all plant material by fertilizing, spacing, pinching, pruning, deadheading and staking plant material, while removing nonperforming material.
Identify pest issues, threats, and mitigation controls, ensuring pest management practices are followed.
Assist with correctly identifying and remediating greenhouse mechanical issues including but not limited to roof inflation, poly roof repairs, injectors, hoses, wands, bench integrity, misting controls, temperature and ventilation controls and motors, doors, evaporative cooling pads, and pumps.
Keep work space and display space clean and free of debris.
Conduct and maintain indoor/outdoor display changes across the Park and Zoo as directed.
Pinch and prune plants, trees, and shrubs using appropriate techniques as directed.
Rake leaves, sweep sidewalks and pathways.
Pick up garbage and debris in plant beds and surrounding areas.
Conduct seasonend cleanup and winterization of gardens and fields.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications Required

Postsecondary education in plant science, horticulture, green space management, or a related field with the ability to demonstrate a strong knowledge of plants and garden design.
Must possess a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's License.
Intermediate technology and computer skills.
Ability to obtain a valid Manitoba Pesticide Applicators License.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
A minimum of 2 years performing specialized seasonal labourer gardener work or proven gardening experience in a range of horticultural practices and procedures.
Previous experience working in teams and dealing with both internal and external customers.
Must have experience with modern greenhouse production procedures, and/or modern indoor/outdoor garden display maintenance techniques.

APC Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

How to apply:

All interested applicants can submit their résumé and cover letter on our career website. We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

**Deadline to apply: March 28, 2024