Gardener 3
Job Number: 6268
Contract
| Toronto, Ontario
| Posted on Mar 11, 2020
GARDENER 3
Job ID: 6268
Job Category: Parks & Natural Resources
Division & Section: Parks, Forestry, & Recreation Division, Parks
Work Location: To be determined
Job Type & Duration: Full-time,Temporary Vacancy, 4.0 Months
Hourly Rate: $27.39 / Hour Please note: The salary reflects 2019 rate
Hours & Shift Information: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week
Affiliation: L416 Outside
Number of Positions Open: 5
Posting Period: 11-Mar-2020 to 25-Mar-2020
Location and Shift Information: TBD
Please note that the number of vacancies and locations are to be determined in March 2020.
Special Information:
- If successful for this temporary work opportunity or assignment, permanent employees who choose to accept said assignment and are members of Local 416 will retain their permanent status.
- Successful candidates are required to complete the full duration of the temporary work opportunity/assignment
- Temporary employees who are members of Local 416, who have made a commitment to a seasonal/non-seasonal opportunity/assignment through the Work Selection process, are eligible to apply and be considered for an assessment only. Temporary employees who are deemed qualified through the assessment process will have their "Personal Work Selection List" (PSWL) updated for the period of time the assessment is valid
- This temporary work opportunity or assignment may be subject to bumping in accordance with the "LETTER OF AGREEMENT for Temporary Work Opportunities/Assignments" under the TCEU Local 416 Memorandum of Settlement
Major Responsibilities:
- Prepares plants and maintains flower beds, horticultural displays and plants in greenhouses.
- Maintains plant materials in a park area in a neat and orderly manner.
- Participates in the preparation, planting and maintenance of horticultural displays, turf grass areas, area plantings and landscapes.
- Prepares various growing media prior to planting; gathering, cleaning and storing propagules; planting and transplanting as required.
- Reports on plants, flowers bushes and trees on any damage, insect infestation or disease.
- May be required to perform landscaping functions such as sodding
- Performs other related work as assigned.
- May be required to operate various tools and equipment related to horticulture such as rototiller, lawnmower, string trimmer, hedge trimmer
- Performs work in a safe, efficient and courteous manner.
Key Qualifications:
Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
- Proof of recent successful completion of a 10 month pre-apprenticeship program, 4 or more credits in a certificate program or 1 year of a diploma horticulture program
- Possession of G or "G1" or "G2" licence would be an asset.
You must also have:
- Must have a fair 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 recognize and report insect pests, diseases and weeds and to treat them in the most effective manner.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions.
- May be required to work nights, and week-ends during peak season.
- Must be familiar with requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations for the safe performance of his/her duties and responsibilities or capable of obtaining familiarity of same.
- Ability to use or learn to use various technical devices related to the position.
- Ability to deal courteously with the public.
- Ability to communicate in relation to their job duties.
- Must be physically capable of performing required duties (accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under the City’s Employment Accommodation Policy and the Joint Modified Work Program in the Collective Agreement) and able to work in all weather conditions.
Additional Details:
- The Gardener 3 In Training is a training opportunity for which successful candidates can only complete two (2) term/assignments.
- Qualified candidates will be required to provide proof to demonstrate successful completion of horticulture certificate/programs as per posted qualifications.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
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Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.
Job summary
Company
City of Toronto
Job Type
Contract
Location
Toronto, Ontario
Start Date
Apr 22, 2020