Horticulture Technician

The University of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alberta Botanic Garden is seeking a Horticulture Technician to support day-to-day care of garden collections and spaces. This in-person role is based at the UABG near Devon, Alberta, and focuses on maintaining aesthetic quality and safe public spaces.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance, seasonal planting, irrigation and safety compliance, working closely with garden staff to ensure a high standard of presentation for visitors.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day maintenance and operations of garden collections and spaces.
• Ensure a high degree of aesthetic quality and safety for staff and public.

Job description

This competition is open to all applicants; however, internal applicants will be given priority consideration based on minimum qualifications, or a combination of experience, skills, and abilities before external applicants are considered.

Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place atUniversity of Alberta Botanic Garden.

The University of Alberta Botanic Garden (UABG) is located near Devon Alberta, containing 80 acres of curated garden space. UABG hosts three large cultural gardens: the Kurimoto Japanese Garden, the Aga Khan Garden, and the Indigenous Garden, in addition to collections of alpine plants, lilacs, roses, and peonies, as well as three indoor showhouses. The Horticulture Technician is responsible for the day to day maintenance and operations of garden collections and spaces to ensure a high degree of aesthetic quality and safety for staff and public.