General Labor

Landscaping - General Labor

OPPORTUNITY

The Landscaper will use sound horticultural principles to care for and maintain plants in the core garden areas. The Landscaper will work under the direction of a foreman for a wide diversity of plant material.

All members of the team contribute to elevating the guest experience working and collaborating with departmental staff to provide positive plant-based experiences.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Demonstrate a passion for people and nature
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in landscaping, garden maintenance or a related field or combination of education in horticulture, landscaping, botany, perennial plant production, ecologically informed horticulture and/or related fields
• Interest in cultivating ornamental and native plants
• Excellent communication skills and willingness to work alone and with a team
• Desire and ability to work outdoors, year-round, performing manual labor in all weather conditions
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multi-disciplinary team
• A valid driver's license and acceptable vehicle record

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation:
• Ability to work primarily outdoors where the ambient temperature spans 0-100 degrees Fahrenheit
• Willing and able to operate small power equipment and perform strenuous, hands-on work year-round in all types of weather conditions
• Ability to transport oneself by foot over a variety of terrain that may be wet, slippery, uneven and/or rocky
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb, reach, pull, push, sit, grab and lift.
• Ability to carry up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis daily

Job Number: 5248