MASTER GARDNER JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Master Gardner
Reports to: Owner
Objective: Master Gardener responsibilities include planting, fertilizing, applying chemicals, watering, diagnosing, treating and pruning all plants and trees on the property while also working with owner on implementation of garden and landscape design. You should know how to use and maintain landscaping equipment, including mowers, trimmers and fertilizers, while following health and safety regulations.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
· 3 years of Gardening experience required
· Extensive knowledge of regional plant life, perennials, roses, bulbs, trees
· Knowledge of local pests and how to eliminate them
· Knowledge of synthetic and natural fertilizers
· Knowledge of state health and safety regulations for landscaping
· Knowledge of pesticides and herbicides
· Knowledge of irrigation practices
· Master Gardner Certification or Degree in Horticulture
· Valid driver’s license
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Maintenance of multiple perennial and shrub beds
· Plants, transplants, fertilizes, apply chemicals, waters, prunes, and weeds flower beds and plant areas.
· Extensive knowledge, operation and programing of irrigation clocks
· Mulch, edge and weed gardens
· Prune and trim trees and bushes
· Maintain all gardening equipment and machinery, like trimmers and leaf blowers
· Monitor and maintain the health of plants
· Plant and propagate bedding plants/greenhouse experience
· Recognizes disease and insect problems and performs pest control operations
· Keep gardens and green spaces clear of debris and litter
· Communicate and coordinate with plant health services, and grass mowing crew, irrigation company and arborist
Physical Requirements:
- Lift 50 lbs. Frequently
- Work in all Weather Conditions
- Stand for Extended Hours
- Bend, Stoop, & Kneel Often
- Work with Chemicals
- Operate Power Equipment
- Drive Farm golf cart/mule
- Follow Safety Guidelines
If you feel that meet the qualifications and can fulfill the responsibilities of the job, please submit an updated resume.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
Experience:
- Gardening: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Franklin, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person