Gardener/Landscaper
JOB SUMMARY:
Garden independently and/or with another gardener in commercial and residential urban gardens all over Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx. Work is seasonal, from April to November. Estimated weekly work hours are 30-40. Pay rate commensurate with experience and expertise. No benefits, but bonuses and commissions are offered.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Communicate effectively with coworkers and clients
- Pick up small truck, plants, and materials for daily jobs
- Park truck and deliver plants/materials efficiently and courteously to clients
- Take pre-work/post-work pictures
- Plant and install new garden elements
- Manage and maintain various urban garden spaces
- Clean up; sweep and bag trash, recycle, and compostables separately
- Deliver trash, compost, and recycling to drop off sites
- Drop off truck
- Follow up with clients after completion of work
- Clean tools
- Take notes about the day’s work and communicate to coworkers
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 2 years of professional gardening experience and/or horticultural school;
- Valid NY Drivers License; comfortable driving a small truck around NYC
- Ability to work with honesty and integrity
- Ability to take direction but also work independently and problem solve
- Knowledge of garden tools and their proper use
- Ability to lift up to 50lb. at various times throughout the day
- Energetic, motivated and hardworking
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
- Ability to work well and communicate with a diverse community
- Knowledge of irrigation systems, woodworking and/or masonry a big plus
Email Resume and Cover Letter to isaiahsfigtree@gmail.com.