AddressHorticultural Labourer
Nestled within a private island paradise on Lake of Bays, Bigwin Island Golf Club is an exceptional golf experience. Bigwin Island Golf Course is an 18-hole par 72 championship layout designed by world-renowned Golf Course Architect Doug Carrick.
Reports to: Head Horturculist, Superintendent, and Assistant Superintendent
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for assisting the horticulturist with the daily operations of the golf course garden beds. This position will work directly with the horticulturist as well as work independently. Completion of other golf course-related tasks may be required. This position is a full-time, seasonal position, starting late April and continuing through mid-October. The Candidate will need to live or stay in the Muskoka area and have reliable transportation, this job does not come with housing.
Can be full or part time
JOB TASKS:
- Assist horticulturist with general maintenance and upkeep of golf course beds including weeding, cultivating, edging, pruning, watering, fertilization, and pest management
- Annual and perennial planning, planting and transplanting as directed
- Identifying beds that require maintenance including weeding, watering, fertilization, pruning, transplanting
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Interest in Horticulture or a related field is an asset
- A love of the outdoors
- Ability to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, rain, wind, and cold
- Willingness to operate small equipment as instructed, such as line trimmers, blowers, and lawnmowers
- Ability to safely operate golf carts and utility vehicles
- Eagerness to learn
- Physically capable of walking, standing, kneeling, or sitting for extended periods
- Valid driver’s license
This position will require a commitment of 35-40 hours per week. Some benefits of Being a team member at Bigwin Island include golf privileges; team uniform; spending your day on a beautiful island paradise. Bigwin Island Golf Club's success is due to the dedication of our employees and the continued patronage of our customers. To this end, we are committed to providing a workplace that encourages, supports, and acknowledges the performance and innovation of our people, which in turn, helps us deliver an unparalleled experience to customers.
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Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Salary: $17.00-$21.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
