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Posting Closing Date: November 23, 2025 Campus Location: London, ON Department: FNG1 Fanshawe Gardens Employment Group: Support Pay Details: $36.29 Hourly Worker Sub-Type: Fixed term (Fixed Term) Time Type: Full time Remote Type: In-Person Contract End Date: October 9, 2026 Hours of Work per Week: 35 Job Description: Payband: This position is paid at Payband H. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Manager, Fanshawe Gardens in the Faculty of Science, Trades, Technology & Design and in consultation and with input from program team, the greenhouse Technician provides technical assistance to horticultural programs, is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of the College's grounds and greenhouse facilities, labs and operates full-scale crop production for a retail environment. Duties and Responsibilities: Program and Academic Assistance: Support hands-on student learning in greenhouse and garden labs by preparing materials, demonstrating equipment use, assisting with maintenance, and coordinating events and logistics. Ensure safety, supply readiness, and weekend upkeep as needed. Greenhouse, Grounds, and Nursery Operations: Support greenhouse and garden operations by guiding student employees, maintaining plant health and landscapes, managing inventory and sales, and ensuring safe, efficient use of equipment and resources. Lead seasonal crop production and contribute to retail and event activities. Qualifications: Post-secondary 2 year diploma in Horticulture/Landscape or equivalent Minimum 3 years’ horticulture/grounds/greenhouse environment experience An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Landscape Exterminator and/or Industrial Vegetation Exterminator, Greenhouse Pesticide Exterminator certification required Familiarity with greenhouse climate control programs/systems, ornamental plant identification, interior and exterior Working knowledge of landscape construction materials including stone, wood, fasteners and irrigation components Ability to operate and demonstrate operation of a variety of landscape equipment such as: radial arm saw, circular saw, jig saw, table saw, mitre saw, stone cutter and drill Mechanical aptitude and skills in repairing and maintaining equipment such as lawn mowers, garden tractors and tools Valid G driver's license and ability to travel between Fanshawe locations CLT, chainsaw, skidsteer certification preferred Demonstrated success in a team environment and proven ability to work independently Educational Credentials While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory as a condition of employment. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Accommodation Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the recruiter leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Accommodation requests per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act can be emailed to: askhr@fanshawec.ca Land Acknowledgement Fanshawe College would like to acknowledge and honour the Anishinaabe, Lotinuhsyuní and Lenape people of southwestern Ontario as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways where Fanshawe College is located. 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Fanshawe provides: - Competitive compensation - Comprehensive Benefits Package - Defined benefit pension plan - Generous vacation and holiday entitlements - Full-time employees start at a minimum of 3 weeks of vacation per year in addition to our paid college closure from Dec. 25 – Jan. 1 - Prepaid leave/salary deferral plan - Subsidized maternity and parental leave - Family tuition program - Flexible work policy - Employee and Family Assistance Program - Corporate Discounts through CAUBO Professional Development Education is at the heart of the Fanshawe experience for both students and employees. Organizational Development and Learning provides professional development and training opportunities for employees to grow and develop new skills. Fanshawe also offers: Tuition reimbursement and subsidy programs Professional development leave Fanshawelearns LinkedIn Learning Fanshawe College is proud to offer a lifetime retirement pension. 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