Maintain distinctive garden collections through planting, turf care, and pest management at the University of Alberta Botanic Garden near Devon, Alberta. This is in-person work.

The Horticulture Technician maintains garden collections and spaces to support aesthetic quality and safety for staff and the public. Responsibilities span the Kurimoto Japanese Garden, Aga Khan Garden, Indigenous Garden, alpine plants, lilacs, roses, peonies, and indoor showhouses. Daily work combines horticulture, landscape maintenance, turf maintenance, integrated pest management, and equipment care.

Key Responsibilities:

- Maintain garden collections and spaces to aesthetic standards
- Perform planting, weeding, and mulching activities
- Manage turf through mowing, trimming, and seeding
- Spray, identify weeds,



and complete mapping activities
- Maintain irrigation systems, filters, and cutting blades

Requirements:

- Diploma or certificate in horticulture or related field
- Relevant field experience of two years may qualify
- Alberta Class 5 non-GDL driver's license required
- Three-year driver's abstract meeting stated record limits
- First aid required; certification assets include pesticides and equipment

Bring horticulture expertise and practical maintenance skills to the University of Alberta Botanic Garden's diverse collections.

📌 Garden Collections Horticulture Technician (Edmonton)
🏢 University of Alberta
📍 Edmonton