What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Maintenance Crew Member position at Habitat Gardens?
Habitat Gardens, a local Eco-Friendly Landscape Company, is looking for well-qualified applicants for Landscape Horticulture / Garden Maintenance part-time position. Starting pay between $20 - $22 per hour, depending on knowledge, skills, experience and productivity, etc.
Job Description:
-Assist crew with landscape maintenance – weeding, skilled pruning, general landscape clean up, use of mostly electric power tools including the lawn mower, string trimmer, hedger, blower, etc. General upkeep of clients’ gardens and landscapes in and around the city of Santa Cruz. We don't have a lot of lawns and hedges to take care of so we are looking for someone who has plant knowledge and knows how to prune plants to keep their natural shape.
-Occasionally assist the crew with landscape installation and garden renovation – planting, drip irrigation, sprinkler systems, applying compost and mulch, occasionally using other power tools including drills, saws, etc.
Landscape Crew Member Qualifications, Responsibilities and Duties:
- Knowledge and Experience with Ecological and Sustainable Landscape Practices
- Experience with Landscape Maintenance – weeding, skilled pruning, use of power tools, etc.
- Basic Knowledge of local plants and proper planting techniques
- Customer service & problem solving skills
- Must be able to occasionally lift and carry heavy loads
- Responsible and on-time
- Flexible Schedule
- Experience with Landscape Construction is a plus but not necessary – Stone Work, Basic Carpentry, etc
* Good Driving Record
- Ability to drive a stick shift is a plus but not necessary
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
Schedule:
- Day shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to make it to work in Santa Cruz by 9am? Traffic is terrible heading north on Hwy 1 at that time.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Landscape Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $20 - $22