Gardener/Groundskeeper

St. Catherine University • Saint Paul, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves hands-on experience in horticulture trades, requiring a strong understanding of plant culture, best management practices, plant identification, and design. The Gardener/Groundskeeper will be responsible for garden and grounds maintenance, operating various tools and equipment, and managing irrigation systems. The position also requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and analytical skills for recordkeeping and problem-solving. A commitment to excellence and a keen eye for garden detail are essential.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in horticulture trades
• Associates degree or undergraduate study in horticulture, botany, or natural sciences
• Ability to operate various types of hand and power operated tools and equipment utilized in all phases of horticulture work (lawnmower, rototillers, front-end loader, tractors, back pack sprayers, weed-eaters, etc.)
• Previous experience and knowledge of irrigation systems and maintenance
• Demonstrate accuracy; display commitment to excellence and a keen eye for garden detail
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, fellow supervisors, direct supervisors, volunteers, and co-workers
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team effectively
• Strong organizational, analytical, and mathematical skills for recordkeeping, and problem-solving
• Ability to perform strenuous physical work outside in the Minnesota weather year round
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory experience with landscaper or garden staff
• In-depth knowledge of plant culture, Best Management Practices, plant identification and design
• Applicator’s License with ornamental and turf category or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Ability to understand and interpret instruction to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate maintenance and horticultural needs and personnel needs in a courteous and effective manner
• Knowledge of garden plants, turf, and the aesthetic ethic of the Gardens
• Ability to visualize and conceptualize garden detail and aesthetics applying best garden practices for plant health and display

Responsibilities

• Perform garden and grounds maintenance.
• Operate various types of hand and power operated tools and equipment utilized in all phases of horticulture work (lawnmower, rototillers, front-end loader, tractors, back pack sprayers, weed-eaters, etc.).
• Manage and maintain irrigation systems.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, fellow supervisors, direct supervisors, volunteers, and co-workers.
• Perform strenuous physical work outside in the Minnesota weather year round.
• Support horticultural practices that facilitate plant health through understanding soil nutrition, sustainable gardening and Integrated Pest Management.
• Apply best garden practices for plant health and display.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree