Job description

Position/Title: Seasonal / Temporary Gardener

Reports to: Director of Horticulture, General Manager, and President

Horticultural Responsibilities/Tasks:

• Maintenance of existing beds and annual installations, to include but not limited to weeding, mulching, fertilizing, watering, and transplanting.
• Maintenance of trees and shrubs, young and mature, utilizing accepted cultural practices with regards to pruning, mulching, fertilizing, etc.
• Communicate regularly with the Director of Horticulture regarding grounds developments, new installations, tree care, plant needs, etc.
• Any duty associated with horticultural excellence at Bellefontaine Cemetery & Arboretum not explicitly mentioned but pertaining to the position.

Strengthens culture:

· Adheres to Company Core Values and follows Company Code of Conduct.

· Works well in a small team environment alongside horticulture staff, grounds team, garden volunteers, etc.

Requirements:

· Experience working outdoors in a variety of conditions. General gardening and/ or landscaping experience is required.

· An interest in public gardening and horticulture.

· Demonstrated proficiency in the responsibilities and tasks as described above.

· Ability to operate machinery on the property including vehicles and tractors (training will be provided).

· Ability to perform moderately physical tasks (gardening) daily.

· Formal educational background or training in horticulture, gardening, or related field strongly preferred (forestry, natural resources, biology, etc.).

Details of position:

This is a seasonal / temporary hourly position for 2023. Pay for this position is $15.00 per hour, with a maximum, not-to-exceed, 30 hours per week through the remainder of the year. We are flexible with scheduling hours with this position (exceptions will be considered). There are currently no benefits allocated for this position.

BCA will provide t-shirts, tools, personal protective equipment, etc.

Prior to hire, this position will require a background check and a health and substance screen.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Horticulture: 1 year (Preferred)
• Gardening: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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