Gardener- Casual / on-call

Royal Roads University; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Victoria is seeking a Gardener to maintain its gardens and horticulture program. Responsibilities include operating machinery and performing various horticultural tasks. Applicants need a Grade 12 diploma and a valid Pesticide Applicator License. This is a casual on-call position with an hourly pay rate of $30.59 and offers a percentage of salary in lieu of benefits.

Benefits

Percentage of salary in lieu of benefits

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of horticulture and ability to handle physical work.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy loads.
• Experience with greenhouse operations and arboriculture.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the gardens, grounds and horticulture program.
• Operate and perform minor repairs on gardening machinery.
• Meet operational needs of the university including working in extreme weather.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to work in various weather conditions

Equipment operation

Education

Grade 12 graduation or equivalent

Red Seal certification in Horticultural or Technical Horticultural trade certificate with experience

Valid B.C. Pesticide Applicator License

Job description

Under general direction of Supervisor Grounds and Gardens, the Gardener is responsible for maintaining the gardens, grounds and horticulture program within the National Historic Site. The Gardener is primarily responsible for a variety of horticulture duties at a senior tradesperson’s level, including tasks which require specialized training in the horticulture trade, including greenhouse operation, nurseries and arboriculture. This position also delivers general gardening and grounds services as part of the gardens and service team within the National Historic Site and botanical gardens while promoting the customer service, environment and professional front-door image presented by the University.

The incumbent must be capable of periods of high intensity physical work and have an ability to work flexible hours as needed to meet the needs of the clients. The incumbent is required to lift, carry and place heavy loads as a routine requirement of the position. Operation of and minor repairs to a wide variety of motorized and task-specific machinery, both on and off site, is required to perform the duties outlined below and requires extreme diligence when operating on public highways. At times, may be required to meet the operational needs of the university team including working in extreme weather conditions or assisting with other teams.

Job Requirements

Required :

• Grade 12 graduation from a secondary school or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid B.C. Pesticide Applicator License.
• Possession of a valid Class 5 driver’s license in the Province of B.C.
• Red Seal certification in Horticultural with two (2) years’ experience in horticultural or Technical Horticultural trade certificate with three (3) years’ experience in the horticultural field.

Skills and Abilities :

To be successful in this position, the incumbent must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities :

Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing and by email.

Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.

Ability to operate equipment related to the duties.

Preferred :

Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and the use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

Heritage landscape or botanical garden experience

Ability to provide interpretive services and continued education.

Possession of a valid B.C. Pesticide Applicator License.

Additional Information

This is a casual on-call position within the CUPE Local 3886 Bargaining Unit and we cannot guarantee a set number of hours per week. The hourly rate is $30.59 and the university is pleased to offer a percentage of salary in lieu of benefits. Royal Roads University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note – all postings will close at 10.00 p.m. on the closing date.