Gardener - Downtown

Nelda C And H J Lutcher Stark Foundation • Orange, TX

7d

About The Position

Job Summary : Maintains and cultivates landscapes at assigned areas, including downtown venues owned by Stark Foundation and 15th Street Service Center Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Planting, pruning, watering, mulching, applying soils and soil amendments, applying organic IPM measures as directed to ensure good plant health Removing unsightly or unwanted plants, litter, replacing dead plants as needed Transports, plants, and transplants plants including flowers, shrubs, bushes, trees Transports tools, equipment, and supplies necessary to support work assignments Assists with crew projects such as major pruning projects, seasonal color change-outs, display setups, freeze protection and hurricane preparation, and special projects Performs other tasks as directed by supervisor Note: Despite current assignment(s) for performance of duties, Gardeners may be assigned from time to time and at any time to any Foundation property, venue or operation, including Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, as directed by a supervisor. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Expectations : Work duties are performed to maintain the highest quality landscapes Support Foundation's goals and values Use proper methods and use of materials, products, and equipment in maintaining the landscaping Provide courteous, professional, timely and accurate service and support to all visitors, volunteers and co-workers Give and welcome feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit Follows safe work procedures, reports potentially unsafe conditions, notify supervisor of damages, defects, or the need for repairs that could prevent deterioration of equipment or possible injury to employees or others Exercise care, perform required maintenance, and follow all operating instructions, safety standards, and guidelines when operating equipment or vehicles Observe scheduled work hours Properly store all supplies, materials and equipment To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Six months experience and/or training in landscaping, botanical garden, or nursery preferred
• Ability to work with diverse groups of individuals.
• Must be a team player able to work comfortably and effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Be organized and a results oriented individual
• Valid Driver's License and good driving record required
• Ability to operate various landscape equipment
• Ability to speak, read, and understand English as it relates to the duties and safety requirements of the position
• Ability to add/subtract two digit numbers and to multiple/ divide with 10s and 100s
• Ability to operate battery, electric, and/or gasoline-powered tools as needed with proper training (i.e. drill, reciprocating saw, string trimmer, chainsaw, tiller, mower, etc.)
• Job involves the regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to handle and use objects, tools, equipment and control devices.
• The employee will be frequently standing, walking, stooping, sitting, reaching for objects, walking over rough or uneven surfaces and using a ladder.
• The ability to see, with or without corrective measures, and to adjust focus, see in color, and see objects a reasonable distance is essential.
• Employee may be required to move, push, pull or lift objects ranging from 10-80 pounds.
• Work schedule may include weekends and occasional evenings

Responsibilities

• Planting, pruning, watering, mulching, applying soils and soil amendments, applying organic IPM measures as directed to ensure good plant health
• Removing unsightly or unwanted plants, litter, replacing dead plants as needed
• Transports, plants, and transplants plants including flowers, shrubs, bushes, trees
• Transports tools, equipment, and supplies necessary to support work assignments
• Assists with crew projects such as major pruning projects, seasonal color change-outs, display setups, freeze protection and hurricane preparation, and special projects
• Performs other tasks as directed by supervisor

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed