Take Pride in Enhancing Prince George Parks!

About our community:

Boasting a high quality of life and standard of living, Prince George has all the amenities of a large city mixed with the friendliness and appeal of a smaller community. It is a regional centre for close to 326,000 people for shopping, education, health care, the arts, and sports. Prince George's central location in the province offers work/life balance with unparalleled access to four-season outdoor recreation activities that are complemented by a full range of urban amenities and a comprehensive transportation infrastructure that connects residents, businesses, resources, and agricultural products to markets around the world. And it is only a short drive to almost anywhere in Prince George - spend less time commuting and more time doing what matters most to you! Discover all these opportunities and more!

About our organization:

The City of Prince George is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees. With opportunities for employee training, wellness programs and professional development the City of Prince George offers a safe and supportive workplace in which to serve our community.

About the opportunity:

Working as part of the Parks & Solid Waste team, you will be responsible for skilled horticulture work involving the cultivation of flowers, plants, and shrubs in landscaped areas. Further responsibilities include the maintenance of landscaped and park areas and assisting with the division's Integrated Pest Management program. From time to time, you will be required to oversee the work of several employees engaged in a variety of routine parks tasks. As a Gardener, you will be required to work outside in all weather conditions.

About your background:

As the successful candidate, you will have completed Grade 12 and ideally be pursuing a college certificate in Horticulture or a related field. A valid Worksafe BC Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1 certification is considered an asset; if you do not have this certification, you will be required to complete the training within six (6) months of your hire date. You should have at least one year of relevant horticulture experience, and ideally, possess a Pesticide Applicator's License (Landscape General). If you are applying for the Gardener 2 position, you must have completed Grade 12, hold a college certificate in Horticulture or a related discipline, and have a valid Pesticide Applicator's License (Landscape General). A Worksafe BC Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1 certification is also advantageous; if you do not have it, you must complete the training within six (6) months of being hired. Additionally, you should have one year of directly related horticulture experience, which includes the use of herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers. A valid Class 5 BC driver's license (or out-of-province equivalent) is required, along with a clear Police Information Check for offenses related to the position.

Why You Will Love Working for our Parks & Solid Waste team at the City of Prince George:

• Enhance City parks and enjoy the results of your efforts!
• Work in a team environment in a variety of locations throughout the City.
• Enjoy a competitive wage of $36.35 - $37.29 per hour (wage under review) plus a comprehensive benefits and pension package.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply by April 30, 2025 to: http://princegeorgejobs.prevueaps.ca/jobs/

Want to know more about this exciting career?

Please refer to the job description on our website for more details!

Want to know more about living and working in Prince George?

Please visit: Move Up Prince George / City of Prince George

The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.