Landscape Gardening Crew Member

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Fine Gardener Crew Member to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing high-quality gardens and landscapes, ensuring they remain healthy, aesthetically pleasing, and true to their design intent. You will also be responsible for installing new landscape designs to enhance a property. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for detail, extensive knowledge of plants, and horticultural practices, and a dedication to creating beautiful, sustainable outdoor spaces.

Responsibilities

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• Perform daily maintenance of garden beds, including weeding, pruning, deadheading, mulching and watering.
• Perform detailed pruning and trimming of plants to enhance their health and appearance.
• Plant and care for a diverse range of flowers, shrubs, trees, and perennials, following detailed planting plans.
• Monitor plant health and identify pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies, and notify the correct personnel to correct the issue.
• Use hand tools and small power equipment for gardening tasks and installing new plants, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Uphold the vision of the landscape and make suggestions for improvements or seasonal enhancements.
• Ensure gardens are tidy, well-maintained, and visually appealing at all times.
• Stay up to date with best practices in sustainable gardening, organic methods, and current trends in horticulture.

Qualifications

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• Proven experience in fine gardening, horticulture, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of plant species, growth habits, and proper care techniques.
• Familiarity with garden pests and diseases.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physical tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Proficiency in operating landscape equipment
• Attention to detail and a keen sense of aesthetics.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• A valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Why join our team?

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We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment where your passion for gardening can flourish. As a Landscape Fine Gardener with us, you'll have the opportunity to work on exceptional properties, further develop your skills, and contribute to creating stunning outdoor spaces.

Offered compensation: $20/hr - $30/hr

##### Experience and License Requirements

• (Valid) Drivers License
• Bed Management
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) (optional)
• Irrigation (optional)
• Landscape Installation
• Plant Identification/Horticulture
• Powered Equipment
• Professional Gardening Minimum 3 Years
• Trimming & Pruning
• Truck & Trailers
• Turf Management (optional)