What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Gardener position at J.W. Townsend Landscapes?
Head Gardener
We are a professional horticulture organization dedicated to creating premier properties and building lasting relationships throughout the central Virginia region. We are now accepting applications for enthusiastic, hardworking, and trustworthy individuals to join our Gardening Services team. This is a full-time, year-round position encompassing 32 to 40 hours per week primarily Monday through Thursday. Landscaping experience preferred.
Job Responsibilities
- Demonstrate basic understanding of common landscape plant material including annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs.
- Identify and maintain plant material in zones 6-7.
- Manage gardening crews to complete daily horticultural tasks, including planting, watering, pruning, and fertilizing, using hand and gardening tools.
- Operate basic landscaping tools, including blowers, pruners, spades, and hoses.
- Inspect plants to assess quality and health and to identify signs of disease or pests.
- Maintain landscaping trucks, tools, and equipment in good condition to ensure that needed items are present and trucks are in proper working order for daily work.
Competitive Candidates Will Have
- Ability to work from 7am-5:30pm (Monday to Friday)
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability and desire to work in outdoor conditions
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs., stand and walk for extended periods of time, stoop, kneel, and crouch
- Valid Virginia driver's license
Paid Training:
- Yes
Pay Frequency:
- Every other week
Typical start time:
- 7am
Typical end time:
- 5pm
The Job Is:
- Open to applications who do not have a high school diploma/GED
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Experience:
- Gardening: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22