What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Gardener position at Sacred Space Gardens?
Now hiring Lead Gardeners for our 2025 Season!
Do you love being outdoors and want to work with a company that values nature, avoids the use of chemicals, and supports clean water, clean air and habitat for pollinators, birds and other wildlife? Want to work with a fun, supportive and hard working team of like minded individuals?
We are hiring Lead Gardener positions for the upcoming season. Seeking motivated, dependable, kind and physically active/strong to join our talented crew.
Tasks:
The Lead Gardener oversees and directs teams of 2 to 6 gardeners on job sites for commercial and residential clients across the Twin Cities metro. Gardening on site with your crew, you will ensure our work is performed to the highest standard in accordance with job specifications.
In addition to gaining valuable experience managing field staff, you will also be supported by our Project Managers and have the opportunity to interact with a wide variety of clients. Gardening duties include planting, weeding, laying mulch, picking up supplies at the nursery, digging, leveling, moving plants, trimming bushes and small trees, laying stone paths and other similar tasks.
Timeline:
Our season will typically operate Mid-April through November.
We have fun, and work hard. We will train you and provide tools, uniform and company transportation to job sites.
MUST HAVE:
-Reliable personal vehicle to drive to the company office in St. Paul
-Ability to handle lifting 40 lbs, bending, and working outdoors in varied weather conditions.
-1 years of gardening experience and extensive knowledge of perennials, native plants and invasive species.
-A positive attitude, customer service focus and willingness to learn
-Management experience a plus
Terms:
-Full time ( 30hrs/wk)
-Hourly position with wages starting at $19.50/hr and up depending upon experience
-Monday - Friday work schedule, weather permitting
-Sick and Safe Time Policy
-Overtime for work over 40 hrs per week
-Other perks like employee plant discounts, social events and education opportunities
To Apply:
Please send a resume and a cover letter about your experience and why you want to work for Sacred Space Gardens. We look forward to hearing from you. Thank you!
Sacredspacegardeners.com
About us
Established in 2015, we are a sustainable gardening company in the Twin Cities working to improve the health of our environment, plant for clean water, plant for pollinators, and increase wildlife habitat. We avoid the use of chemicals, use quiet and efficient electric powered tools, and have a strong focus on native plants, which provide habitat and a range of ecosystem benefits for our community.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: From $19.50 per hour
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Saint Paul, MN 55118: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20
