Gardener

The Gardener is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the appearance of gardens, green spaces, and landscaped areas of several private family residences owned by the Broadstreet Properties ownership in Campbell River. This hands-on role involves planting, nurturing, and caring for flowers, shrubs, trees, and lawns to ensure a healthy and visually appealing outdoor environment.

Working closely with the Maintenance Manager, the Gardener supports the overall upkeep of the properties through regular site attention, proactive maintenance, and collaboration on landscaping needs. The role contributes to maintaining high property standards by carrying out assigned work efficiently and to expectation, while ensuring outdoor spaces remain well-maintained and reflective of quality standards.

Your contributions to the team include: ·

• Perform routine garden maintenance and assist with landscaping renovations.
• Maintain garden beds through planting, transplanting, cultivating, weeding, pruning, watering, and fertilizing.
• Identify a wide variety of plants and understand their care requirements, including soil, water, and sunlight needs.
• Monitor plant health; identify pests and diseases and apply appropriate control methods safely.
• Prepare and improve soil by adding compost, mulch, peat moss, and other amendments to support plant growth.
• Apply mulch, wood chips, and other materials to retain soil moisture and enhance garden appearance.
• Maintain clean and organized garden areas by removing debris, litter, and plant waste.
• Maintain pathways and outdoor spaces by sweeping, clearing drains, and general upkeep.
• Operate and care for gardening tools and equipment (manual and power tools such as hedge trimmers, line trimmers, and blowers) safely and efficiently.
• Monitor and maintain equipment condition, including checking fuel/fluids and reporting any issues.
• Perform lawn care and turf maintenance, including mowing, edging, fertilizing, pruning, thatching, spiking, and overall lawn health management.
• Load, unload, and properly store tools, equipment, and materials; assist with cleaning maintenance areas.
• Ensure irrigation practices support plant health and soil conditions.
• Perform light lawn care tasks (Ex: edging, spot maintenance) as needed; primary lawn care is handled by contractors.
• Follow all workplace safety procedures and environmental standards.
• Perform other gardening and grounds-related duties as assigned.

A few things we are looking for in a new team member:

• 3 plus years experience in gardening, horticulture, or grounds maintenance required.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Knowledge of plant care, soil management, and safe chemical handling practices.
• Familiarity with gardening tools, equipment, and irrigation systems.
• A valid Class 5 driver's license is required
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs, stand/walk for extended periods.
• Basic knowledge of plant identification and care.
• Basic mechanical skills for equipment maintenance.

The Perks:

• Employer paid extended health, vision, and dental coverage (including family)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Yearly health and wellness benefit
• RPP eligibility after one year
• Employee recognition program
• In-house professional development opportunities