Full Time Gardener

The Fearrington House • Pittsboro, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Fearrington Village is seeking a full-time Gardener to maintain the ornamental garden beds and water features surrounding the Fearrington House Inn. This is a highly visible role where the gardener will be supported by a grounds crew for tasks involving mechanized equipment. The gardener will perform general horticultural duties, ensure public areas are clean, operate gardening tools safely, interact with guests, and maintain outdoor wedding venues.

Requirements

• At least 3 years hands-on horticulture work experience, i.e. public garden, plant nursery, private gardening.
• Strong knowledge of plant species that thrive in our area, and plant sourcing and maintenance techniques.
• Must enjoy interacting with and working in close proximity to the general public.
• Ability to accomplish tasks around constraints such as various business hours, weather extremes, events on property, etc.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting up to 40 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• An Associate or B.S. degree in horticulture or related field is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general horticultural duties such as design, installation and maintenance of display gardens, including mulching, weeding, watering, pruning, etc.
• Ensure public walkways and patios are kept free from plant debris.
• Operate gardening tools including golf carts, blowers, push carts, and hand tools, ensuring all applicable safety standards are followed.
• Interact regularly and pleasantly with guests and visitors.
• Ensure outdoor wedding venues are kept clean and tidy.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• STD/LTD
• Life and other ancillary plans
• PTO and Sick Pay
• 20% Discount in the village, excluding alcoholic beverages
• Annual complimentary dinner and stay at The Fearrington House Inn and Restaurant
• Discounts with other Relais & Chateaux properties
• 401(k) and match at 1 year of employment

What This Job Offers

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