Greenhouse and Grounds Summer Team Member

DEPARTMENT: Maintenance & Grounds

REPORTS TO: Greenhouse Manager

JOB TYPE: Seasonal (Summer April-October)

COMPENSATION: Hourly

Position Overview: Green Lake Conference Center (GLCC) is seeking enthusiastic and hardworking individuals to join our Greenhouse & Grounds Team for the summer season. This position is ideal for those who enjoy working outdoors, have a passion for plants and landscaping, and take pride in maintaining beautiful, welcoming spaces. The Greenhouse & Grounds Summer Team Member will assist with the care of plants, flowers, and gardens, as well as general groundskeeping tasks to ensure our property remains well-kept and inviting for guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planting, watering, weeding, pruning, and maintaining flowers, shrubs, and trees.
• Work in the greenhouse, including starting seed and bulbs, potting plants, organizing inventory, and monitoring plant health.
• Mow lawns, trim edges, and maintain walking paths and outdoor spaces.
• Assist with mulching, weeding, fertilizing, and pest control following best practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of greenhouse and groundskeeping tools/equipment.
• Support special landscaping projects and seasonal displays.
• Ensure all tasks are performed safely and efficiently while upholding GLCCs mission of hospitality and stewardship.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Interest in horticulture, landscaping, or outdoor maintenance.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical labor, standing or sitting, for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Positive attitude and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Prior experience in gardening, greenhouse work, or landscaping is a plus, but not required.

Schedule & Commitment:

• Seasonal position running from April to October (flexible start and end dates available).
• Typical work hours are flexible between 6:00 AM 5:00 PM, SundaySaturday, schedule to be determined based on availability and organizational need.

Key Working Relationships

• In addition to collaborating with other staff, the Greenhouse Manager will work closely with the Maintenance Department, Grounds Supervisor, and anyone who may need assistance, as well as other department directors, volunteers, guests, and work groups.

Why Join GLCC?

• Gain hands-on experience in greenhouse operations and landscaping.
• Work in a beautiful outdoor environment while contributing to a Christian hospitality mission.
• Be part of a supportive team that values hard work and stewardship of creation.

If you love the outdoors and are looking for a meaningful and rewarding summer job, wed love to have you join our team!

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Intent and function of job description

• This job description is intended to outline the primary responsibilities and expectations of the position. Additional duties may be assigned beyond those listed here to meet operational needs. Green Lake Conference Center (GLCC) reserves the right to modify job responsibilities, requirements, and position status in accordance with applicable laws, compliance regulations, and business needs.
• Job descriptions serve as a tool to ensure a fair and consistent hiring process, allowing for the selection of qualified candidates. They also play a key role in performance management and compensation structures.
• In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable Wisconsin employment laws, GLCC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. However, accommodation that poses a direct threat to health or safety or creates an undue hardship on the organization may not be possible.
• This job description does not constitute an employment contract. GLCC is an at-will employer, meaning that either the employee or GLCC may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, if it does not violate applicable law.