Campus Grounds Steward & Lead Gardener

Protestant Episcopal Cathedral Foundation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Protestant Episcopal Cathedral Foundation is looking for a primary gardener responsible for the maintenance and care of ornamental beds, trees, and shrubs in Washington, D.C. This essential personnel position will supervise flex gardeners and horticulture interns while ensuring high standards of landscape care.

Ideal candidates will have three years of public gardening experience or a degree in horticulture, along with a valid driver's license. A flexible schedule is required to accommodate varying work priorities.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience in public gardening, including landscape maintenance.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Knowledge of Integrated Pest Management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Maintains ornamental beds by mulching, weeding, and pruning plants.
• Operates ground maintenance equipment safely and efficiently.
• Supervises flex gardeners and horticulture interns.

Skills

Knowledge of plant materials

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to operate ground maintenance equipment

Communication skills

Education

Degree in horticulture or related field

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

Blowers

Sprayers

Job description

The Protestant Episcopal Cathedral Foundation is looking for a primary gardener responsible for the maintenance and care of ornamental beds, trees, and shrubs in Washington, D.C. This essential personnel position will supervise flex gardeners and horticulture interns while ensuring high standards of landscape care.

Ideal candidates will have three years of public gardening experience or a degree in horticulture, along with a valid driver's license. A flexible schedule is required to accommodate varying work priorities.