Seasonal Horticulture Worker

The Calgary Zoo•Calgary, AB

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at the Wilder Institute's Calgary Zoo and help create safe and welcoming spaces! The Wilder Institute's Calgary Zoo is seeking seasonal Horticulture Workers who will be responsible for the maintenance of outdoor and indoor plants, grounds and gardens in areas such as the Dorothy Gardens, the habitats, the conservatory and general grounds areas. Our Purpose | We act for wildlife; saving species and inspiring people to join us. Our Core Values | Drive impact, nurture connection, cultivate hope, and be bold.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required
Class 5 Driver’s License is required
Flexibility to perform tasks around a busy event schedule
Strong communication and organizational skills
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

Landscape Horticulturist Apprenticeship is an asset
Experience in Landscaping or groundskeeping is an asset
Experience operating small and large equipment is an asset

Responsibilities

Maintains the gardens, grounds and plant area at the Calgary Zoo as directed by the Manager; duties include weeding, planting, dead heading, digging, raking, watering, light pruning and other garden maintenance tasks.
Priority tasks include daily ice checks and sanding, and snow removal in winter months
Assists in dismantling of necessary equipment and supplies for ZOOLIGHTS in a timely, efficient and safe manner
Operates and maintains power equipment/mobile equipment such as trimmers, blowers, tractors, and attachments
Responsible for use and care of hand and power tools
Identifies potential safety hazards
Answers public inquiries about plants and gardens and provides general Zoo information.
Works with garden volunteers on tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Attends department meetings, training sessions and zoo functions as required
Additional training that may be required and provided by the Zoo includes, WHIMIS, workforce orientation, zoonotic disease awareness, vehicle operators training, code Adam.