Grower, Outdoor​/Nature​/Animal Care

Job Number: 56150

The City of Edmonton’s Community Recreation and Culture branch is seeking a passionate and dedicated Grower to join our horticulture team. This role is vital to providing outstanding indoor plant health care, maintenance, and production support for the Muttart Conservatory’s vast and unique plant collections.

What will you do?

Monitor and maintain indoor plant health, plant development, and growth habits for various crops and specialized plant collections

Execute daily horticulture tasks including watering, fertilizing, propagating, transplanting, pruning, deadheading, and seeding

Monitor growing conditions and environmental control systems, managing variables like temperature, light, and humidity

Implement integrated pest management programs, identifying nutrient deficiencies or infestations, and applying biological or chemical treatments safely

Collaborate with team members to design, construct, and refresh seasonal, themed floral pyramid displays and public-facing features

Provide exceptional customer service by answering plant care inquiries and interacting positively with guests, vendors, and community partners

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Completion of high school supplemented by at least two (2) accredited horticultural courses from a recognized post-secondary institution. One course must cover introductory plant structures, plant identification, and soil science, while the second must focus on plant culture, care, and maintenanceA minimum of two (2) years of practical greenhouse horticultural experience

Assets:

Possession of a formal Diploma in Horticulture Valid Alberta Pesticide Licences for Greenhouse Production and Indoor Plantscaping Skills required for success:

Deep knowledge of horticultural methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in conservatory and greenhouse plant crop production

Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills to successfully meet strict crop production and display deadlines

Proven capability to work effectively both as a collaborative team player and independently with minimal supervision

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive working relationships with coworkers and the public

Demonstrated ability to research plant cultural needs and solve complex greenhouse issues creatively

Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement

Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent) or higher. Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position

Possession of current Standard First Aid, CPR-C, and AED certifications

Completion of required job level progression training (such as Crop Production, Greenhouse Management, and Pesticide Applicator courses) as dictated by operational needs

Applicants may be tested

Work Environment:

Ability to work a schedule that may include shift work, weekends, and holiday coverage

Exposure to environmental conditions, including hot, cold, humid, dry, or dusty greenhouse and pyramid biomes

The role involves light to heavy physical effort, including lifting up to 20 lbs (and occasionally more), climbing ladders, kneeling, and reaching

Standing and walking for extended periods, executing heavy lifting, and demonstrating manual dexterity to operate tools

Work will involve regular handling of plants, soil media, and exposure to occupational hazards such as the application of pesticides and chemicals…