Gardener

Gardener Job Description

Wage: $14-16/hour DOE

Shift: 30-39 hours per week. Regular season: 7am-3:30pm; Summer hours: 6am-2:30pm. Some Saturdays and evenings may be required.

Benefits: Free Membership for you and immediate family; medical insurance; 401(k); Employee Assistance Program; Financial Assistance Program; Thanksgiving Point venue discounts; and more!

Summary: Do you enjoy working outside and with your hands? Would you like to be a part of collaborative, supportive, and fun team that brings the wonders of the natural world to life? Then we would love you on our team!

Responsibilities:

• General gardening, weeding, flower deadheading, planting, pruning, cultivating and topdressing of flower and shrub beds.
• Seasonal flower planting and removal along with pruning of perennials and ornamental grasses.
• Keep garden beautiful by sweeping paths, collecting and emptying garbage, and raking.
• Install holiday lights and other seasonal displays..
• Exemplify Thanksgiving Point’s Mission and Values.
• Other tasks as assigned by manager/supervisor.

Requirements:

• Hard working with the ability to understand and carry out directions.
• Manages time effectively and is productive without direct supervision.
• Able to work in all types of weather conditions.
• Has an eye for detail with specific attention to gardening standards.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs, bend, twist, kneel, stand for long periods of time.
• 1-2 years of gardening experience preferred but not required.
• Must pass a background check.
• Be at least 16 years old.