What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Gardener / Garden Steward / Horticultural Technician position at Natural Greenscapes LLC?
Position Summary:
As the Lead, they determine the task list for the job site by discerning what is needed in the garden, prioritizes time-sensitive pruning tasks, assigns tasks to other team members, and helps the team stay on track to finish the established goals.
As the Garden Steward, they perform fine-gardening tasks such as pruning, grooming seasonal containers, weeding, fertilizing, plant health care, IPM assessment, mulching occasionally and general maintenance of the outdoor spaces.
Qualifications:
Required -
1) A background in horticulture and a comprehensive knowledge of landscape plants, best practices for planting, pruning, fertilizing and soil health.
2) A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar lead position. Ability to take direction, be self-sufficient, detail oriented, work quickly and efficiently.
3) Ability to work in all weather conditions in physically active tasks that includes bending, kneeling, digging, lifting, etc. Ability to lift 25-50lbs if needed (think planting compost bales).
4) Clean driver’s license. A positive attitude, effective time-management and punctual.
5) Good recordkeeping and organizational skills. Must be willing to learn and use Asana for writing detailed jobsite notes and use Jobber for daily timesheet.
6) Good communication skills, customer service and social skills.
Apply here: https://naturalgreenscapes.com/application-form/
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Year round work
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $27