Landscape Maintenance/Horticulturalist

GolfNorth Properties Inc.; Area C (Blind Bay/Sorrento); On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading golf course management company in British Columbia seeks a Landscape Maintenance/Horticulturalist to join their turf maintenance team. The role involves designing and maintaining landscapes, diagnosing plant issues, and ensuring proper irrigation systems. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of horticulture, be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions, and possess the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Join a rewarding environment with competitive wages and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive wage packages

Incredible work environment

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of horticulture and plant care.
• Ability to design and maintain gardens.
• Experience with integrated pest management (IPM) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and maintain high-quality gardens and landscapes.
• Diagnose and treat plant diseases and pest infestations.
• Prune and maintain trees, shrubs, and other plants.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems.

Skills

Strong knowledge of plant identification

Ability to work in all types of weather

Ability to lift 50lbs

Job description

Landscape Maintenance/Horticulturalist

Shuswap Lake Golf Course is looking for an outgoing and responsible individual that would like to be part of the turf maintenance team in a fast-paced environment. Working with the team will prove to be both enjoyable and rewarding.

Shuswap Lake Golf Course is part of the GolfNorth Properties family of courses offering competitive wage packages, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Shuswap Lake Golf Course

Location: Blind Bay, British Columbia

Department: Maintenance

Reports To: Patricia Sloan, Golf Course Superintendent

Classification: Seasonal Full-Time

Salary: Based on experience

Summary

You will be responsible for leading the development and execution of our horticultural programs, focusing on plant growth and health across our property, as well as working on the golf course. This role requires a strong understanding of horticulture, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, install, and maintain high-quality gardens and landscapes.
• Diagnose and treat plant diseases and pest infestations using integrated pest management (IPM) and appropriate controls.
• Prune and maintain trees, shrubs, and other plants according to best practices.
• Monitor and maintain landscape environments, including irrigation systems, to ensure proper functionality.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of plant identification
• Spray license an asset, but not required
• Must be able to work in all types of weather
• Ability to lift 50lbs

To Apply

Please submit your resume & cover letter to Patricia Sloan. Please include “Shuswap Lake Golf Course – Landscape Laborer” in the Subject line.