Gardener/Landscaper

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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.

Contact Information

Isaiah’s Figtree
Email: isaiahsfigtree@gmail.com
Website: Apply Online