Park Landscaper

SUMMARY

BGIS at Parc Downsview Park is hiring Park Landscaper from Spring 2026 to Spring 2027. We are looking for highly motivated individuals who have a passion for working outdoors, an ability to work in a team environment, and a strong interest in the development and maintenance of green spaces.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Horticulture

Maintain and install ornamental gardens and seasonal planters, which include watering, weeding, deadheading, and pruning.

Assist natural areas restoration projects and perennial garden and shrub bed maintenance.

Hardscape maintenance including interlock repair and adjustments, sign installation and the like.

Park sanitation, including litter and waste collection.

Provide staff support for outdoor events and stewardship activities.

Additional tasks in other areas of park operations like turf care, urban arboriculture & forestry, park infrastructure and irrigation maintenance.

Support winter maintenance operations including snow clearing and ice control.

Other duties as needed.

Maintenance

Hardscape maintenance including interlock repair and adjustments, sign installation and the like.

Sanitation

Park sanitation, including litter and waste collection.

Event Support

Provide staff support for outdoor events and stewardship activities.

Other

Additional tasks in other areas of park operations like turf care, urban arboriculture & forestry, park infrastructure and irrigation maintenance.

Support winter maintenance operations including snow clearing and ice control.

Other duties as needed.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Only those with some formal training in programs or accreditations related to horticulture, landscaping, environmental science or who have extensive previous parks, landscape and related experiences would be considered.

Must have a current knowledge of the Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Ability to work daily from 7:00AM to 3:30PM, including evening and weekend shifts as required.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Attention to detail.

Ability to deal with the public using tact and courtesy.

A team player that embraces a collaborative approach to problem solving.

Ability to work independently and as part of team.

Must be capable of working in all types of weather.

Must be able to lift 23kg.

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

Must possess and maintain a valid G license.

This is a contract, full-time position with a salary range of $39,206 - $46,125 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.