Parks Maintenance Student - Horticulture
About The Position
The Town of Orangeville is seeking Parks Maintenance Students – Horticulture to assist with maintaining the Town’s landscapes. Duties of this position include the preparation and planting of annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs; watering, pruning, fertilizing, cultivation, mulching, and edging tasks; care and maintenance of grass; daily inspections of vehicles and equipment; and other duties as assigned. This position will require working various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and some statutory holidays. Normal hours of work for this position will be up to forty (40) hours per week.
Requirements
- Full-time enrollment in a post-secondary education program relating to horticulture
- Valid Driver’s Licence in good standing
- must be enrolled in full-time post-secondary education
Nice To Haves
- Previous work experience in horticulture is an asset
- Preference is given to those returning to full-time post-secondary studies in the fall
Responsibilities
- assist with maintaining the Town’s landscapes
- preparation and planting of annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs
- watering, pruning, fertilizing, cultivation, mulching, and edging tasks
- care and maintenance of grass
- daily inspections of vehicles and equipment
- other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
