supervisor, horticulture workers

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 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. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. 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 environ

• Free parking available

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• Credentials Certificates
• licences
• memberships
• and courses Canadian Nursery Landscape Association (CNLA) certification Certified Landscape Horticulturist Technician (CLHT) Landscape Horticulturist Red Seal C

Minimum education

College diploma

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Aug 24, 2026