Position: Part-time position (2-3 days per week), needed for experienced Horticulturist to care for Piankatank River Properties in Gloucester, VA. Applicant must have a love of gardening, a commitment to excellence and a desire to learn and grow.
Schedule: Daily work hours and specific responsibilities will vary so flexibility is important. Longer hours and weekend work may be required from time to time.
Must have a valid driver’s license. References and background check required.
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Responsibilities include:
- Planting.
- Transplanting.
- Fertilizing.
- Watering.
- Pruning.
- Weeding.
- Applying pesticides and herbicides.
- Implementing landscape plans and assisting in selection, ordering, and excursions to purchase plants, both exterior and interior.
- Responsible for the care and maintenance of lawn which may include using a push or riding mower, edging, raking, and leaf blowing.
- Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
- Ability to set and schedule priorities and perform all work in a timely and efficient manner.
Knowledge, skills, abilities required:
- Knowledge of horticulture methods and materials, landscaping and cultivation of trees and woody plants.
- Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
- Ability to perform grounds maintenance tasks.
- Skill in interpreting and completing landscape plans.
- Knowledge of fertilizer and/or pesticide applications.
- Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects, up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to read, understand, follow and enforce safety procedures.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Schedule:
Experience:
- Horticulture: 2 years (Preferred)
- Gardening: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person