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JOB ID #: 20397 Gardener I
Public Works
Environmental Services
Gage Park NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 2 Full-Time Regular UNION/NON-UNION: CUPE Local 5167 Outside HOURS Of WORK: 40.00 per week
GRADE: G
SALARY/HOUR: $31.119 - $33.825 per hour

• Note: See appropriate Collective Agreement or the Non Union Salary Range for details.

STATUS/LENGTH: Full-Time Regular ID #: 722 Vaccine Verification \xe2\x80\x93 As a condition of employment you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated or provide proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer prior to your start date. You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the City of Hamilton.




SUMMARY OF DUTIES Reports to Greenhouse Supervisor and/or Horticultural Supervisor. Directs and works with a crew to carry out horticultural practices in parks, traffic islands, City owned properties and in a greenhouse environment as directed by the Supervisor GENERAL DUTIES Direct and work with a crew to maintain grounds, gardens and greenhouse. Work with a crew to carry out greenhouse functions as directed including transplanting seedling plugs and other plant material, propagation, watering, fertilizing and spraying. Analyse, create and implement the use of horticultural materials such as annuals, perennials, bulbs, shrubs, tropical plants and sod. Assist in the design of horticultural displays for annual shows within the greenhouse, City facilities, conventions and annual beds. Maintain flower beds and shrubs by weeding, pruning, fertilizing and watering. Propagate plants. Implement and maintain horticultural displays such as "Chrysanthemum" Show & \xe2\x80\x9cSpring Bulb Show\xe2\x80\x9d. Assess, diagnose and report annual, perennial, shrub, soil and turf problems; implement corrective action such as cultural, biological or chemical controls (while maintaining compliance with the Ontario Pesticide Act). Operate tools and equipment such as edger, sprayer, hedge trimmer, rototiller and tractor. Monitor greenhouse environmental controls for functionality. Receive and answer inquiries from the public. Open and close greenhouses; responsible for keys. Drive service vehicle; transport crew and equipment to work site; load and unload vehicle. Complete work, crew and equipment log sheets. Perform preventative maintenance on vehicle, tools and equipment. Perform minor repair to in ground irrigation systems. Maintain inventory of materials used. Recommend the use of materials such as flagstone, interlocking stone, timber and display boards; complete projects. Perform minor maintenance on greenhouse facility. Communicate with contractors and other departments. Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety. Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job. QUALIFICATIONS

• Horticultural trade related training and experience equivalent to a two year Community College diploma in Horticulture or a related discipline or the equivalent education and work related experience.

• Technical knowledge required regarding plant materials, knowledge of how to propagate plants, and greenhouse operations. Must be capable of performing a particular trade and carrying out a variety of complex tasks. Requires the use of specialized skills.

• Landscape and Greenhouse/Interior Structural Exterminator Licence required.

• Must possess a Class "G" Driver\xe2\x80\x99s Licence.

• Must have a working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment utilizing MS Office software, a working knowledge of work order software such as \xe2\x80\x9cHansen\xe2\x80\x9d would be an asset, and other software related to the role.

• Ability to carry out a variety of manual labour duties associated with greenhouse work including: bending, kneeling, squatting, prolonged standing, ability to sustain moderate physical exertion with a full-range of body motion, climbing a ladder, lifting to 50lbs.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID CLASS \xe2\x80\x9cG\xe2\x80\x9d DRIVER\xe2\x80\x99S LICENCE AND PROOF THEREOF IS REQUIRED AFTER HIRE. SALARY: Grade G Hours: 40 THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.



Disclaimer: Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination. Terms: The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements. We invite you to visit the departmental webpage to obtain further information on the culture and business of this department. The incumbent shall comply with all Health and Safety Policies and Practices for this position and the workplace. It is the responsibility of the applicants to ensure that their application reaches Human Resources by the closing date or they may not be considered. It is also the responsibility of applicants to supply qualifications, licences and related experience relevant to the qualifications outlined above for this competition as directed. On the basis of the criteria set out above, this posting is open to all applicants The statements made by me are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification of statements, misrepresentations, deliberate omission or concealment of information may be considered just cause for discipline, up to and including termination for internal applicants and disqualification for external applicants.