Blowers, Cleaning Equipment, Communication Skills, English Language, Establish Priorities, Farm Management, Gardening, Groundskeeping, Landscaping, Leadership, Lift/Move 80 Pounds, Organizational Skills, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Team Player, Time Management
Position Overview:
The Seasonal Part-Time Landscaper is responsible for maintaining the beauty, cleanliness, and overall appearance of Cheshire Hollow Farm. Working closely with the Farm Manager, this position supports the upkeep of lawns, gardens, landscaped areas, and outdoor spaces to ensure the property remains safe, welcoming, and visually appealing throughout the growing season. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and appreciates the unique environment of a working farm.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the Farm Manager with daily landscaping and grounds maintenance activities.
- Perform string trimming around lawns, flower beds, fences, trees, and farm buildings.
- Mow and maintain lawns and turf areas to ensure a neat appearance.
- Apply fertilizer to lawns, gardens, and landscaped areas as directed.
- Plant seasonal flowers, shrubs, ornamental plants, and other landscape materials.
- Weed, mulch, and maintain flower gardens and landscaped beds.
- Water lawns, gardens, flower beds, hanging baskets, and newly planted areas.
- Maintain the overall cleanliness and appearance of farm grounds by removing debris and keeping walkways clear.
- Operate lawn mowers, string trimmers, blowers, and other landscaping equipment safely and efficiently.
- Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of landscaping equipment and tools.
- Monitor grounds conditions and report maintenance or safety concerns to the Farm Manager.
- Follow all farm safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
- Support seasonal landscaping projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
Experience:
- Preferred: Landscaping, groundskeeping, gardening or general outdoor labor experience
- Preferred: Experience operating lawn care and landscaping equipment
- Preferred: Proficiency in English (written and verbal) to effectively communicate with associates and leadership
Schedule:
- Seasonal Part Time
- Approximately 20- 30hrs weekly
- Flexibility to work hours needed based on event schedules
- Over time may be optional or required at times
Environment:
- Varying temperatures and weather conditions based on outdoor working conditions
Skills:
- Physical abilities: May be required to lift up to 80-85lbs.; standing, bending, lifting and twisting for up to 90% of your shift; frequently lifting product from various heights including floor level to over your head; Ability to stand or walk at least 8 hours daily; working in various temperature controlled environments;
- Strong communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders on a daily basis
- Organizational Skills: Ability to fulfill executive directions in a timely manner; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Working in a team based environment: Working independently and as a team player
- Quality: Maintain integrity and high standards from all perspectives
- Safety Culture: Maintain and drive safety policies; driving for accountability of safe practices throughout shift