Horticulture Laborer - Seasonal
About The Position
Bring your love for plants to the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community! We’re seeking a Seasonal, Full-Time Horticulture Laborer who not only enjoys working outdoors, but also has experience and knowledge of annual plants. In this role, you will assist with planting and caring for all living plants to provide an aesthetically pleasing environment for guests, Community Members and team members. Enjoy weekly pay, career growth opportunities and many more additional perks. Whatever your career goals may be, let SMSC help get you there! Job Overview: Assist with planting and caring for all living plants to provide an aesthetically pleasing environment for guests, Community Members and team members.
Requirements
- Ability to operate hand and power equipment.
- Valid Class D driver’s license required with a good driving record.
- Ability to safely operate a full-size truck with a water tank.
- Ability to safely drive and operate a Gator UTV.
- Inside (sheltered) work. - Percent of Time: 20%
- Outside (unsheltered) work - Percent of Time: 80%
- On feet or standing - Percent of Time: 90%
- Exposed to hazards (temperature extremes, fumes, odors, noise, etc.) - Percent of Time: 75% - As related to climate conditions. May work in sub-zero conditions in winter or excessive heat in the summer in a non-climate controlled environment
- Lifting (% of time) - Percent of Time: 10% - Maximum Weight in LBS: 50
- Ability to exert up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds of force frequently and 10 pounds of force constantly in order to lift and move product. Ability to balance, reach and grasp with climbing on a step stool and/or ladder. Ability to crouch, grasp, and lift product from the floor properly. - Percent of Time: 50%
- Bending, squatting, kneeling - Percent of Time: 60%
Responsibilities
- Assists in the maintenance of gardens including pruning, dead-heading, mulching, weeding and watering.
- Operates small equipment to maintain landscape.
- Assists Horticulture team members with various projects related to function.
- Cleaning greenhouses, organizing and washing greenhouse supplies.
- Provides traffic control during special events.
Benefits
- Team Members may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and a generous PTO package, which includes outreach hours for volunteer work through our #SMSCgives outreach program.
- Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel, bus passes and fitness membership, free uniforms and free uniform cleaning, and tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
