Botanical Garden Aide for Enid A. Haupt Conservatory

New York Botanical Garden•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Botanical Garden Aide, under direct supervision of the foremen and other members of the gardening staff, will propagate, develop and maintain a diversity of plants grown for in the Enid A Haupt Conservatory and also to help install, de-install and maintain all the plant material for display in the special exhibitions. Assists with and performs propagation and daily maintenance of permanent living collections.

Requirements

High School Graduate or GED
Minimum six months working with plants in a gardening or landscaping position.
The ability to follow instructions and to work as part of a team
The ability to perform strenuous physical tasks in a variety of conditions
Flexibility to work different schedules including Saturdays and Sundays and overtime if required
Motor Vehicle Operator's License valid in the State of New York at time of appointment or the ability to obtain a license within three months of employment.

Responsibilities

Assists with the repotting and general care of plants for exhibitions, including screening and mixing soils, washing pots, drilling holes in pots, staking, and tying plant material.
Assists with the watering, fertilizing, and grooming of all plant material used in displays
Assists with the pruning of trees and shrubs used in exhibits and the mowing of grassy areas
Assists with the growing of specialized plant material using newly acquired skills and techniques
Assists with moving plants and garden supplies throughout the landscape.
Assists with installation of plants for all exhibitions
Participates in the Plant Health Care Program by helping to monitor and treat health conditions of plants in the living collections.
Removes snow and ice from landscapes and treat pathways to prevent the buildup of such.
Operates small machinery when necessary to perform specific tasks
Other related work, as required