Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 50 to 70 hours per week Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years Horticultural science Urban forestry Work site environment Outdoors At heights Hot Noisy Odours Dusty Extremely cold Work setting Willing to relocate Greenhouse Tasks Hire, supervise and schedule staff Resolve work problems by providing technical advice to increase the value and functionality of a property Schedule work Maintain work records and logs Read blueprints and drawings Advise consumers on the selection and proper use of consumer goods Repair and maintain equipment Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality Supervise nursery and greenhouse workers Sell products on a retail basis Select and purchase merchandise for resale Select and transport material to work area manually or using crane or hoist Prune trees Perform opening and closing activities Perform general farm duties Monitor environment and maintain optimum conditions Monitor equipment to detect wear and damage Monitor inventory levels of issued materials and stocks Monitor movement of supplies and materials between departments Assist in pruning trees, shrubs and plants Plant and move trees Greenhouse cleaning Organize greenhouse and nursery operations Supervision 5-10 people Staff in various areas of responsibility Certificates, licences, memberships,



and courses Canadian Nursery Landscape Association (CNLA) certification Certified Landscape Horticulturist Technician (CLHT) Landscape Horticulturist Red Seal Certificate Student status Full time enrollment Type of product Ornamental trees and shrubs Fruit trees Christmas trees Coniferous trees Deciduous trees Equipment and machinery experience Chain saw Forklift Front end loader Tractor Irrigation pumps and equipment Fertilizer applicator Specialization or experience Green economy sector Specialized environmental skills and knowledge Area of specialization Tree service Garden centre Nursery or greenhouse Forest pathology, entomology and pest management Transportation/travel information Own transportation Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Manual dexterity Attention to detail Ability to distinguish between colours Combination of sitting, standing, walking Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching,



kneeling Large workload Own tools/equipment Steel-toed safety boots Gloves Rain gear Personal suitability Client focus Excellent oral communication Initiative Judgement Team player Flexibility Screening questions Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting? Do you have experience working in this field? Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting? Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)? Employment terms options Early morning Evening Employment terms options Morning To be determined Day Weekend Green job Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes Other benefits Free parking available Support for newcomers and refugees Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees Support for youths Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work workplace for youth Support for Indigenous people Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations

📌 supervisor, horticulture workers (Whitchurch-Stouffville)
🏢 Tree Valley Garden Centre
📍 Whitchurch-Stouffville