HORTICULTURIST

American Iron & Metal Co; Mirabel; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate horticulturists to join their team in creating a prestigious new golf course. This role involves beautifying the property through the selection, propagation, and maintenance of ornamental plants and trees. You'll manage greenhouse facilities, design flower beds, and instruct grounds crew members, ensuring a vibrant and welcoming environment. If you have a strong background in horticulture and a love for nature, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to an extraordinary project that promises to elevate the golfing experience in Canada.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or extensive experience in horticulture or related field required.
• Knowledge of plant characteristics and pest control methods essential.

Responsibilities

• Beautify the golf course through selection and maintenance of ornamental plants.
• Manage greenhouse and nursery facilities, instructing grounds crew on care.

Skills

Horticulture Knowledge

Plant Propagation

Pesticide Application

Landscape Design

Education

Associate Degree in Horticulture

Extensive Experience in Horticulture

Tools

Greenhouse Management

Pesticide Application Equipment

Job description

Welcome toHillsdale, a premier golf club nestled in the picturesque landscapes ofthe lower Laurentians. Since its founding in 1953, Hillsdale has been a cornerstone of the golfing community, offering aharmonious blend of natural beauty, history, and elite golfing experiences.

Now, as weembark on a new chapter, Hillsdale is looking for dedicated individuals to be part of our exciting project. We arebuilding a brand-new golf course, set to be one of themost prestigious in all of Canada. This is your chance to be part of anextraordinary golf project.

Join our team and help bring this vision to life! We offer flexible schedule, 7 days a week and both full time and part time positions.

Job Description

Overview

The horticulturist, under the supervision of the golf course superintendent, works to beautify the golf course property through the selection, propagation, purchase, installation and maintenance of ornamental plants and trees.

Functions

• Budget, plans, and purchases shrubs and flowers.
• Manages the greenhouse and ornamental nursery facilities.
• Selects, propagates and grows plant materials for ornamental use on and around the golf course, clubhouse and other buildings.
• Designs flower beds and cultivates shrubs and flowers.
• Trims and prunes hedges and shrubbery.
• Instructs and trains grounds crew members in routine maintenance of ornamental plantings.
• Applies pesticides and fertilizers to ornamental plantings.

Qualifications

Employment standards

• Associate degree or extensive experience in horticulture or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of the characteristics, growth habits and proper cultivation of a wide selection of flowering bulbs, annuals, biennials and perennial plant materials, including both herbaceous and woody plants.
• Knowledge of the characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers, soil conditioners and pest control methods and materials.
• May require current provincial certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator.

Additional Information

Join us in building the next chapter of Hillsdale Golf Club.Your skills, dedication, and passion will help create a golfing experience like no other!