Horticultural Team Leader (Residential Fine Gardening)

Yorkshire Garden Services
Richmond Hill, Ontario: (ON)
PAy/Salary Range
$28/hr to $35/hr/week
Experience Level:
Supervisor/Lead
Avg. hrs/week
Full Time
Employment Term
Permanent/Year-Round
Driver's License
Required

Job Description

Yorkshire Garden Services is a residential fine gardening company recognized for exceptional detail and a client experience that consistently exceeds expectations. If you take pride in horticultural craftsmanship, lead with professionalism, and enjoy guiding others to do their best work, this role is for you. The opportunity: As our Horticultural Team Leader, you will lead a crew delivering high-standard garden maintenance with a focus on plant health, precision, and respectful care of client properties. You’ll be trusted to run the day efficiently, communicate clearly with clients and management, and maintain a safe, supportive environment for the team (OHSA). What you’ll lead: Execution of high-end residential garden maintenance to established quality standards On-site leadership, coaching, and mentorship for crew members Proactive problem-solving to keep scheduled work on track without compromising quality Horticultural best practices, including integrated pest management (IPM) Professional communication between clients, crew, and management Accurate records for properties, vehicles, equipment, and crew performance Safe daily operations and diligent care of tools, equipment, and client property What you’ll get: Health and wellness benefits Ongoing professional development, including LO courses, Employers of Choice training, and apprenticeship pathways A leadership role within a company that values respectful teamwork, innovation, and client care Required personal gear: Secateurs, CSA-approved steel-toed boots, protective gloves, safety glasses. Accessibility: Yorkshire Garden Services Ltd. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. Please make your accommodation needs known in advance.

Qualifications

Education:
Apprentice Level I/II,, College/Technical Training or Trades Certificate,
Skills & Professional Training
Driver's License - G, Clean Driving Record, WISP, First AID, CPR
What we’re looking for - Required: 3 to 5 years of residential landscaping experience (garden-focused) Strong knowledge of horticultural best practices and IPM Excellent plant and weed identification skills Full G driver’s license with a clean record, confident driving sprinters First Aid and CPR (mandatory) Clear English communication Physically capable of full-time outdoor work What is Preferred: 1 to 2 years in a crew lead or supervisory role Post-secondary horticulture education or equivalent experience

Compensation

$28/hr to $35/hr/week
Benefits
paid vacations, Health and Wellness Benefits, training opportunities (LO courses, Employers of Choice, Apprenticeship pathways)

Application Instructions

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Additional Application Instructions:

In a short note, please tell us why you would like to work at Yorkshire Garden Services.
Applications must include:
Resume, A short note confirming First Aid/CPR, G license status, and leadership experience
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Application Deadline:
February 22, 2026