Job Description

Lakeland College is looking for a skilled and creative

Horticultural Technician

to join our Grounds team.


If you're passionate about working outdoors, bringing landscapes to life, and making spaces safe, sustainable, and beautiful year-round, this is the role for you.


Every season offers something different-turf care in the summer, planting and pruning in the fall, snow management in the winter, and planning fresh designs in the spring-making this a truly dynamic and rewarding position.

Why Join Lakeland?

At Lakeland College, you'll do more than maintain campus grounds-you'll help shape a welcoming, inspiring environment for students, staff, and visitors. Here, your work is noticed and appreciated.


We offer:

A chance to make a visible impact on our vibrant campus environment Opportunities for professional growth, training, and development Competitive pay and benefits to support your wellbeing A supportive, team-oriented workplace where collaboration and creativity thrive

Key Responsibilities

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Maintain and enhance campus grounds through seasonal turf care, planting, pruning, and landscape upkeep Install, maintain, and repair both hardscapes (paths, patios, retaining walls) and softscapes (gardens, trees, lawns) Support snow removal and ice control during winter months Contribute to landscape planning and design projects Operate equipment safely and assist with daily maintenance and minor mechanical upkeep

Job Requirements

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Diploma in horticulture or a related field At least two years of hands-on horticulture experience Knowledge of hardscape and softscape installation methods Valid Landscape Pesticide Applicators License Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills A positive, team-oriented attitude and leadership ability Experience with landscape design and software is an asset

Additional Information

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This is a

Full-Time Permanent AUPE position

within the Grounds Department, based at our Vermilion campus, commencing as soon as possible and working a 40 hour week. The current salary range is $44,675 - $56,303 per annum and includes a generous benefit package and pension plan


The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.


To apply, please submit your resume electronically through our website: www.lakelandcollege.ca


All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.