Grower

City of Edmonton; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edmonton’s Community Recreation and Culture branch is seeking a Grower to join our horticulture team for the Muttart Conservatory’s vast plant collections.

You will monitor plant health, perform daily horticulture tasks, manage environmental controls, implement IPM, and assist with seasonal displays while engaging visitors and partners.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school and two accredited horticultural courses (one on plant structures/soil science, another on plant culture/care).
• At least two years of practical greenhouse horticultural experience.
• Assets: Diploma in Horticulture and Alberta Pesticide Licences.

Responsibilities

• Monitor indoor plant health, development, and growth for diverse crops and collections.
• Execute daily horticulture tasks: watering, fertilizing, propagating, transplanting, pruning, seeding.
• Manage environmental controls: temperature, light, humidity.
• Implement integrated pest management and safe treatments.
• Design and refresh seasonal floral displays and public features.
• Provide customer service by answering plant care inquiries and engaging with guests.

Skills

Horticultural methods

Tools and equipment

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Time management

Team player

Independent work

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Plant culture knowledge

Problem solving

Equity, diversity, inclusion

Education

Diploma in Horticulture

Alberta Pesticide Licence (Greenhouse Production & Indoor Plantscaping)

Job description

The City of Edmonton’s Community Recreation and Culture branch is seeking a passionate and dedicated Grower to join our horticulture team. This role is vital to providing outstanding indoor plant health care, maintenance, and production support for the Muttart Conservatory’s vast and unique plant collections.

What will you do?

• Monitor and maintain indoor plant health, plant development, and growth habits for various crops and specialized plant collections
• Execute daily horticulture tasks including watering, fertilizing, propagating, transplanting, pruning, deadheading, and seeding
• Monitor growing conditions and environmental control systems, managing variables like temperature, light, and humidity
• Implement integrated pest management programs, identifying nutrient deficiencies or infestations, and applying biological or chemical treatments safely
• Collaborate with team members to design, construct, and refresh seasonal, themed floral pyramid displays and public-facing features
• Provide exceptional customer service by answering plant care inquiries and interacting positively with guests, vendors, and community partners
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of high school supplemented by at least two (2) accredited horticultural courses from a recognized post-secondary institution. One course must cover introductory plant structures, plant identification, and soil science, while the second must focus on plant culture, care, and maintenance
• A minimum of two (2) years of practical greenhouse horticultural experience

Assets

• Possession of a formal Diploma in Horticulture
• Valid Alberta Pesticide Licences for Greenhouse Production and Indoor Plantscaping

Skills required for success

• Deep knowledge of horticultural methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in conservatory and greenhouse plant crop production
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills to successfully meet strict crop production and display deadlines
• Proven capability to work effectively both as a collaborative team player and independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive working relationships with coworkers and the public
• Demonstrated ability to research plant cultural needs and solve complex greenhouse issues creatively
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment

• Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
• Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent) or higher. Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
• Possession of current Standard First Aid, CPR-C, and AED certifications
• Completion of required job level progression training (such as Crop Production, Greenhouse Management, and Pesticide Applicator courses) as dictated by operational needs
• Applicants may be tested

Work Environment

• Ability to work a schedule that may include shift work, weekends, and holiday coverage
• Exposure to environmental conditions, including hot, cold, humid, dry, or dusty greenhouse and pyramid biomes
• The role involves light to heavy physical effort, including lifting up to 20 lbs (and occasionally more), climbing ladders, kneeling, and reaching
• Standing and walking for extended periods, executing heavy lifting, and demonstrating manual dexterity to operate tools
• Work will involve regular handling of plants, soil media, and exposure to occupational hazards such as the application of pesticides and chemicals while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail] . Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits .

Up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 9 months, with the possibility of extending up to 11 months

in accordance with Article 18.02 of the Collective Agreement

Hours of Work:

40 hours per week

Salary Range

$35.763 - $39.590 (Hourly); $74,673.140 - $82,663.920 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant:

PG/RF

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