Helpful school subjects
horticulture, biology, environmental science, mathematics, construction technology, co-op and SHSM.
← Horticultural Technician overview
02 · WHY · PRODUCE PATH
Why might Horticultural Technician fit me?
Career fit is not a score. Notice what interests you, then compare that curiosity with real workplaces and real people.
ESTIMATED ANNUAL EARNINGS
$44,000low
$60,000median
$85,640high
Ontario Job Bank hourly rates multiplied by 2,000 paid hours: $22.00, $30.00 and $42.82. Before tax; overtime, premiums, benefits, unpaid time and self-employment income are excluded.
FIT EXPLORATION
What sounds like you—right now?
Select any statements you want to think about. Your answers can change as you learn about Horticultural Technician.
Start anywhere.
There is no minimum and no passing score.
REALITIES TO CONSIDER
Interesting work can still be demanding.
- seasonal outdoor work
- lifting and equipment operation
- weather exposure
- pesticide and fertilizer controls
- customer and project schedules
Strengths to practise
plant knowledge, visual planning, environmental judgment, physical coordination, project organization.
Careers to compare
Arborist, Landscape Designer, Irrigation Technician, Turf Technician, Nursery Manager.
EVIDENCE BASE
Sources & verification
Regulated, numerical and time-sensitive claims link to the authority used. Accessed and reviewed August 25, 2026.
Skilled Trades Ontario — Horticultural Technician ↗Official scope, duties, training and certificationGovernment of Canada Job Bank — Ontario wages ↗Ontario low, median and high employee wage benchmarkSkilled Trades Ontario — Start an apprenticeship ↗Eligibility, sponsors and registrationOntario — OYAP ↗High-school apprenticeship pathway
Meet the people and workplaces behind the trade.