Gardener/Landscaper - Temporary (Multiple Vacancies)

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Working for the City of Burlington

A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow.

We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership.

Hours of Work

Up to 40 hours per week

Contract Length

Up to 8 months (approximately late March through October), with a possible extension to the end of 2026

Department

Roads, Parks & Forestry

Location

This position is required to work in person at the RPF Operations Centre, 3330 Harvester Road, Burlington, Ontario. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Supervisor of Horticulture, Gardener/Landscapers are responsible for preparing and maintaining horticultural displays in City parks and supporting general parks maintenance activities throughout Burlington.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for the following key duties:

• Lead and train crew members on the safe operation of equipment and tools and ensure adherence to safe work procedures while maintaining horticultural displays.

• Prepare, install, maintain, and remove plantings, including watering, applying soil amendments and fertilizers, weeding, and pruning.

• Operate handheld equipment and tools used for grass cutting, sports field maintenance, and general park maintenance activities.

• Perform minor adjustments, routine upkeep, and day-to-day maintenance on equipment and tools used for horticultural and park maintenance tasks.

• Collect litter and empty garbage receptacles in parks, playgrounds, parking lots, roadsides, and other public spaces.

• Open, close, inspect, clean, and disinfect public washroom facilities.

• Participate in loose-leaf collection and winter control operations.

• Complete administrative tasks accurately and on time, including daily activity sheets, training documentation, and other required records.

• Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Highway Traffic Act, and all applicable federal, provincial, and City regulations, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

You have completed a two-year post-secondary certificate or diploma in horticulture or related field, paired with one to two years of hands-on gardening or landscaping experience. An equivalent blend of education and experience may also be accepted. You also bring sound judgment, solid problem-solving skills, and a commitment to excellent customer service.

Shift work will be required depending on time of year.  This position may require occasional travel between sites and/or City facilities.

A valid Class G driver's licence is required with an acceptable driver's abstract (no more than three (3) driving related convictions or an accumulation of no more than three (3) demerit points in the previous three (3) years prior to the date of hire).

Accommodations

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at or email us at: if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Note to Applicants:

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.