Labourer II, Muttart Conservatory

The Muttart Conservatory preserves and grows one of Canada's largest botanical collections and shares knowledge and enthusiasm for nature year round with its visitors. They are also responsible for growing the annual flowers for the City of Edmonton. As a Labourer II, you will work under the guidance, coaching and mentorship of a Facility Grower to:

What will you do?

• Perform seasonal tasks, including transplanting, planting, stocking, seeding, watering, mixing soils, and filling flats and pots with soil
• Maintain the cleanliness of the work stations and greenhouses
• Operate equipment for production as required, including seeder machine, bale buster, pallet jack and punchable transplant machine
• Assist with district plant pick-ups
• Work with Grower team to complete show change overs
• Fulfilling online plant sale orders by collaborating with the team
• Knowledge and practice of safe work ethic
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10
• Minimum of 1 year of experience and knowledge of how to maintain plant health

Asset

• Some horticultural course work

Skills required for success

• Knowledge of greenhouse principles
• Ability to keep up in a fast paced and time sensitive environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage time and multitask activities effectively
• Ability to provide quality customer service to all levels of the public and the organization
• Strength, dexterity, lifting and ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to withstand working in fluctuating temperatures 
• Understanding of occupational hazards and working safety
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion (https://bit.ly/3hd2d95)

Conditions of Employment

• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license (or provincial equivalent).Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position

Work Environment

• This position is subject to the terms and conditions of a variable hours of work schedule including evenings and weekends

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Successful candidate may be eligible for recall in 2027 season

1 temporary full-time position for up to 11  months

Hours of work: 40 hours per week.

Salary: $25.935 - $34.208 (Hourly)

Recruitment Consultant: JP/JR

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Classification Title: Labourer II
Posting Date: Sep 23, 2026
Closing Date: Sept 30, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Temporary Full-time
Union: CUPE Local 30
Department: Community Services
Work Location(s): Muttart Conservatory, 9626 - 96A St Edmonton T6C 4L8