Senior Horticultural Technician Toronto

Become a key steward of Toronto’s urban greenspaces as a Senior Horticultural Technician. This role combines leadership with advanced horticultural skills in managing diverse landscapes.

As a senior member of the Parks Team, you will lead efforts to maintain ornamental gardens, forested areas, and event spaces. Your responsibilities will include ecological restoration, invasive species control, and mentoring junior staff in technical skills. A high degree of attention to detail is essential for success in this multifaceted role.

Key Responsibilities:
• Maintain and install seasonal planters and ornamental gardens
• Identify Ontario native and invasive species onsite
• Perform winter dormant pruning on orchards and forest stands
• Execute invasive species control plans with best practices
• Mentor junior and seasonal staff in horticultural tasks

Requirements:
• 5+ years in horticulture or ecological restoration