About the role
Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason
- Job ID #31726: Gardener II
- Union: CUPE Local 5167
- Job Description ID #: 723
- Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday February 11, 2026.
- Duration: Temporary Full Time (7 months)
- Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy
- Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Summary Of Duties Reports to Greenhouse Supervisor and/or Horticultural Supervisor. Directs and works with a crew to carry out horticultural practices in parks, traffic islands, City owned properties and in a greenhouse environment as directed by the Supervisor.
GENERAL DUTIES
- Direct and work with a crew to maintain various types of flower beds, gardens, planters, and greenhouse(s).
- Analyze, create and implement the use of horticultural materials such as annuals, perennials, shrubs, and sod.
- Maintain annual & perennial beds and shrubs by weeding, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, grass cutting and watering.
- Implement and maintain horticultural displays such as "Chrysanthemum" show.
- Assess, diagnose, and report annual, perennial, shrub, soil, and turf problems; implement corrective action such as cultural, mechanical and when necessary, pesticide spray programmes, where permitted by law.
- Operate tools and equipment such as edger, sprayer, leaf blower, string trimmer, rototiller, a riding lawn mower and tractor.
- Receive and answer inquiries from the public.
- Load and unload vehicle.
- Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.
- Maintain inventory of materials used.
- Recommend the use of materials such as flagstone, interlocking stone, timber and display boards, complete projects.
- Perform minor maintenance on tools, equipment, and irrigation.
- Communicate with contractors and other departments.
- Work in accordance with the provisions of all applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
- Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.
Qualifications
- Horticultural trade related training and work-related experience in horticulture to include soft landscaping, annual, perennial and shrub installation and maintenance. 2-year Diploma in Horticulture or related field preferred.
- Technical knowledge required regarding plant materials. Must be capable of performing a particular trade and carrying out a variety of complex tasks. Requires the use of specialized skills.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation such as Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations including W.H.M.I.S. legislation and Book 7 Traffic Control.
- Valid Class G license required.
- Ability to carry out a variety of manual labour duties associated with greenhouse work including bending, kneeling, squatting, prolonged standing, ability to sustain moderate physical exertion with a full range of body motion, climbing a ladder, lifting to 50lbs
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID CLASS “G” DRIVER’S LICENCE AND PROOF THEREOF IS REQUIRED AFTER HIRE.
SALARY: Salary Grade F
HOURS: 40 per week
THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.
Disclaimer:
Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.
Terms:
The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.
About City Of Hamilton
Our Vision: To be the best place to raise a child and age successfully.
Our Mission: To provide high quality cost conscious public services that contribute to a healthy, safe and prosperous community, in a sustainable manner.
Our Culture: Collective Ownership, Steadfast Integrity, Courageous Change, Sensational Service and Engaged Empowered Employees.
Our Priorities: Community Engagement & Participation Economic Prosperity & Growth Healthy and Safe Communities Clean and Green Built Environment and Infrastructure Culture and Diversity Our People and Performance
Learn more about the City of Hamilton's 2016-2025 Strategic Plan here: https://www.hamilton.ca/city-initiatives/priority-projects/2016-2025-strategic-plan.
CITY OF HAMILTON LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT The City of Hamilton is situated upon the traditional territories of the Erie, Neutral, Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee and Mississaugas. This land is covered by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant, which was an agreement between the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabek to share and care for the resources around the Great Lakes. We further acknowledge that this land is covered by the Between the Lakes Purchase, 1792, between the Crown and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.
Today, the City of Hamilton is home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island (North America) and we recognize that we must do more to learn about the rich history of this land so that we can better understand our roles as residents, neighbours, partners and caretakers.
About the role
Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason
- Job ID #31726: Gardener II
- Union: CUPE Local 5167
- Job Description ID #: 723
- Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday February 11, 2026.
- Duration: Temporary Full Time (7 months)
- Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy
- Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Summary Of Duties Reports to Greenhouse Supervisor and/or Horticultural Supervisor. Directs and works with a crew to carry out horticultural practices in parks, traffic islands, City owned properties and in a greenhouse environment as directed by the Supervisor.
GENERAL DUTIES
- Direct and work with a crew to maintain various types of flower beds, gardens, planters, and greenhouse(s).
- Analyze, create and implement the use of horticultural materials such as annuals, perennials, shrubs, and sod.
- Maintain annual & perennial beds and shrubs by weeding, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, grass cutting and watering.
- Implement and maintain horticultural displays such as "Chrysanthemum" show.
- Assess, diagnose, and report annual, perennial, shrub, soil, and turf problems; implement corrective action such as cultural, mechanical and when necessary, pesticide spray programmes, where permitted by law.
- Operate tools and equipment such as edger, sprayer, leaf blower, string trimmer, rototiller, a riding lawn mower and tractor.
- Receive and answer inquiries from the public.
- Load and unload vehicle.
- Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.
- Maintain inventory of materials used.
- Recommend the use of materials such as flagstone, interlocking stone, timber and display boards, complete projects.
- Perform minor maintenance on tools, equipment, and irrigation.
- Communicate with contractors and other departments.
- Work in accordance with the provisions of all applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
- Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.
Qualifications
- Horticultural trade related training and work-related experience in horticulture to include soft landscaping, annual, perennial and shrub installation and maintenance. 2-year Diploma in Horticulture or related field preferred.
- Technical knowledge required regarding plant materials. Must be capable of performing a particular trade and carrying out a variety of complex tasks. Requires the use of specialized skills.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation such as Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations including W.H.M.I.S. legislation and Book 7 Traffic Control.
- Valid Class G license required.
- Ability to carry out a variety of manual labour duties associated with greenhouse work including bending, kneeling, squatting, prolonged standing, ability to sustain moderate physical exertion with a full range of body motion, climbing a ladder, lifting to 50lbs
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID CLASS “G” DRIVER’S LICENCE AND PROOF THEREOF IS REQUIRED AFTER HIRE.
SALARY: Salary Grade F
HOURS: 40 per week
THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.
Disclaimer:
Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.
Terms:
The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.
About City Of Hamilton
Our Vision: To be the best place to raise a child and age successfully.
Our Mission: To provide high quality cost conscious public services that contribute to a healthy, safe and prosperous community, in a sustainable manner.
Our Culture: Collective Ownership, Steadfast Integrity, Courageous Change, Sensational Service and Engaged Empowered Employees.
Our Priorities: Community Engagement & Participation Economic Prosperity & Growth Healthy and Safe Communities Clean and Green Built Environment and Infrastructure Culture and Diversity Our People and Performance
Learn more about the City of Hamilton's 2016-2025 Strategic Plan here: https://www.hamilton.ca/city-initiatives/priority-projects/2016-2025-strategic-plan.
CITY OF HAMILTON LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT The City of Hamilton is situated upon the traditional territories of the Erie, Neutral, Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee and Mississaugas. This land is covered by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant, which was an agreement between the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabek to share and care for the resources around the Great Lakes. We further acknowledge that this land is covered by the Between the Lakes Purchase, 1792, between the Crown and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.
Today, the City of Hamilton is home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island (North America) and we recognize that we must do more to learn about the rich history of this land so that we can better understand our roles as residents, neighbours, partners and caretakers.