Gardener – Residential Family Farm

The Professional Tree Care Company • Sebastopol, CA

7d • $22 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a reliable, hands-on gardener to support the upkeep and development of a residential family farm. This is a part-time position (16–24 hours per week) for someone who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in maintaining beautiful, functional landscapes. Minimum 2 years’ experience working in ornamental horticulture, garden maintenance, landscape construction, and/or organic farms.

Requirements

• Weed identification knowledge including Pop Weed, Bermuda grass, Scarlet Pimpernel, Dock, and Bindweed
• Drip irrigation experience including repair and troubleshooting
• Pruning experience with small shrubs, perennials, and vines
• Basic construction skills (trellises, post setting, etc.)
• Ability to perform physical outdoor work in varying weather conditions
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required
• Self-motivated, honest, independent worker with excellent problem-solving abilities, while able to take direction and stay on task

Nice To Haves

• Mastery of appropriate planting, maintenance, composting, soil building, and watering methods throughout the seasons, in both farm and ornamental garden
• Knowledge of ornamental plants, CA natives, and food crops
• Experience with gopher trapping and/or organic pest control methods
• Experience with landscape installation and repairs – hardscape, walls, stonework, basic construction, fences, and lighting
• Being comfortable with receiving feedback, collaborating, and taking direction from women.
• Taking initiative to learn and improve professional skills
• Being emotionally mature, and a clear communicator

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage weeds using appropriate methods
• Install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems
• Prune small shrubs and maintain plant health
• Assist with planting, soil preparation, and general garden care
• Build simple garden structures such as trellises
• Install posts and assist with light construction projects
• Weed whacking
• Run occasional local errands for supplies and materials

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed