Gardener

Commercial & Government Contracts • Key West, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We invite applicants eligible for the AbilityOne Program to Apply. The AbilityOne Program is a federal initiative that offers employment opportunities and services to adults who have disabilities. Take a glimpse into why CW might be the right place for you: https://tinyurl.com/9yc7h8um Location: Key West Naval Base Shift: 7:00am to 3:30pm If you enjoy working outside and staying active, this job is for you. We’re looking for reliable people to join our Gardener team! What You’ll Do: As a Gardener , you’ll help maintain beautiful outdoor spaces by performing a variety of landscaping and groundskeeping tasks. You’ll also complete daily equipment checks to ensure safe and proper operation.

Requirements

• Minimum of (1) one-year commercial landscape experience.
• Follows safety rules and wears proper protective gear at all times.
• Basic understanding of Plant ID.
• Basic hand pruning skills.
• Works well with others and listens to instructions.
• Takes pride in doing quality work and getting it right the first time.
• Open to learning new tasks and improving skills.
• Brings a positive attitude and shows up ready to contribute.
• This role requires passing a security clearance and maintaining it throughout your employment.

Responsibilities

• Hedge trimming and weed removal
• Maintaining landscape beds
• Mowing, raking, edging, weeding, and shearing
• Hand pruning shrubs and small trees
• Safely operating landscaping equipment
• Spraying lawns, trees, and shrubs
• Planting grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs
• Watering gardens and lawn areas
• Clearing drainage ditches and culverts
• Operating tractors with equipment attachments
• Check in with your supervisor and team to review assignments
• Load tools and equipment needed for the day
• Perform mowing, edging, trimming, and detailed landscaping work
• Weed, prune, mulch, and plant seasonal flowers
• Clean and finish each worksite by removing debris and blowing walkways
• Report equipment or site issues to your crew leader
• Return to the office, unload, clean, and prep for the next day

Benefits

• Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Telemedicine
• Retirement Plan & Match Options
• Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick time

What This Job Offers

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