Horticulture Technician

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Job :754

# of Openings:1

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
promotes the enjoyment, understanding, and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, the natural environment, and the arts. Meijer Gardens is ranked among the 100 most visited art institutions in the world. The organization embraces the concept of a major cultural attraction centering around horticulture & sculpture. Meijer Gardens' commitment is to create a legacy of lifelong learning, enjoyment, and a rich cultural experience for generations to come.

Are you looking for a full‑time role where your hard work truly makes a difference? Do you enjoy staying active, working with your hands, and being part of a team that brings cultural events and community experiences to life? If so, we’d love to welcome you to our team!

Bring your passion for plants, outdoor environments, and hands‑on horticulture work to our team! We’re looking for a skilled Horticulture Technician to help maintain our display gardens, greenhouses, conservatories, irrigation systems, and turf areas. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in high‑quality landscape care, and is comfortable operating a wide range of horticultural equipment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking steady full‑time hours with benefits and perks, a positive work environment, and the chance to grow with a strong, supportive team.

• Support greenhouse and conservatory operations, including plant production, environmental monitoring, and general upkeep.
• Operate a variety of horticultural and landscape‑maintenance equipment, including pickup trucks, tractors, utility carts, commercial mowers, trailers, loaders, skid steers, snowplows, dump trucks, and similar machinery.
• Ensure all landscape spaces are safe, healthy, and visually appealing.
• Maintain display gardens, turf areas, irrigation systems, and plant collections.
• Perform horticultural tasks including planting, pruning, weeding, fertilizing, watering, and integrated pest management.

• A dependable, hardworking individual who takes pride in their work
• A team‑oriented mindset and willingness to help where needed
• Ability to operate machinery and equipment
• Availability for 1st shift (7 am or 7:30 am start time)
• A positive attitude and eagerness to learn

• Full‑time employee benefits and perks
• A welcoming, energetic, and collaborative team environment
• Meaningful work supporting culture, tourism, and community engagement
• Opportunities to develop new skills and grow within the organization
• A workplace where your contributions are noticed and valued

If you’re seeking a full‑time role where you can stay active, contribute excellence, and be part of something special, we encourage you to apply.

Join us in creating memorable experiences

Requirements:

Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred

Certifications/Licenses:

Current First Aid and CPR certification preferred

Ability to obtain and maintain valid State of Residence driver's and chauffeur's license prior to hire date.

Ability to obtain and maintain valid Aerial Lift Operator, and MI pesticide applicator licenses prior to hire date or within a set time within the course of employment.

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on, relevant experience required.

Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on, relevant horticulture or landscape maintenance experience preferred.

Technician or Maintenance (light duty) experience preferred.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Able to pass a respirator fit test as defined by worker protection standards
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification preferred
• Ability to interact with facility guests, staff, vendors, and contractors in a courteous and professional manner to support a safe and positive experience.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• General knowledge of fire codes, ADA accessibility requirements, and basic event safety practices, with the ability to follow established procedures.
• Basic working knowledge of computer systems.
• Basic proficiency with common business applications such as Microsoft…