New York Botanical Garden Careers - Seasonal Worker Horticulturist
About The Position
The Seasonal Worker Horticulturist, under direct supervision of gardeners, assistant foreman and foremen, will be working in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory in the maintenance of special exhibitions, glasshouse collections, and seasonal displays. The Temporary Horticulturist will assist with garden work and general maintenance as required, such as planting, grooming, weeding, mulching, watering and other related tasks. The Temporary Horticulturist will use garden tools and operate machinery necessary for the performance of these duties including pruners, rakes, blowers, shovels, etc.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or GED.
- The ability to follow instructions and work as a team.
- Valid Driver's license required.
Responsibilities
- Assists with the planting, watering, fertilizing, and grooming of plants.
- Assists with the pruning of trees and shrubs, as necessary.
- Assist with moving plant material and garden supplies from one site to another to facilitate proper care of plants.
- Assists with spreading mulch and applying compost and other materials.
- Assists with weeding of planting beds and other landscape areas.
- Operate small machinery when necessary to perform specific tasks.
- Other related work, as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
