Greenhouse Worker/Waterer - Brookside Gardens
About The Position
Montgomery Parks- Horticulture Forestry and Environmental Education Division is currently seeking a Greenhouse Worker /Waterer to perform a broad range of Greenhouse work for Brookside Gardens, a horticulture display garden located in Wheaton, Maryland. The potential candidate should be a highly collaborative team member that will put Brookside Gardens’ mission first and help to deliver remarkable experiences to our guests. The Greenhouse Worker/Waterer will help produce high-quality annuals, perennials, tropical and woody plants to support the display gardens, conservatories, landscapes, education programs and gift shops. Our growing facilities include a new 11,000 square foot greenhouse, an older 6,000 square foot greenhouse, plus several outdoor growing areas. This position reports directly to the Greenhouse Production Supervisor. This is a year-round, part-time position, working all weekends and holidays, and potentially one to two weekdays.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain accurate records.
- Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Comfortable working in hot, humid greenhouse conditions.
- Ability to safely operate tools and equipment.
- Willingness to learn greenhouse production and horticultural practices.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a greenhouse, nursery, or horticultural setting.
- Experience handling beneficial insects or other live organisms.
- Knowledge of plant care, pest identification, disease recognition, and greenhouse systems.
Responsibilities
- Water all greenhouse plants independently on weekends and holidays throughout the year.
- Assist growers in maintaining healthy stock plants and seasonal greenhouse collections.
- Perform routine plant care, including watering, grooming, planting, weeding, pruning, and general upkeep.
- Monitor plants for signs of pests, diseases, and watering needs.
- Support growers with greenhouse production and maintenance activities.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized greenhouse environment.
- Keep work areas, aisles, and growing spaces free of debris and hazards.
- Assist with organizing supplies, plant materials, and equipment.
- Assist with the coordination and direction of volunteers on horticultural maintenance projects as needed.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work up to two additional weekdays per week with flexible scheduling.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
