Garden Assistant

Robert-Giacomini-Dairy-Inc; Point Reyes Station (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert-Giacomini-Dairy-Inc is seeking a dedicated groundskeeper to support garden and landscape upkeep on-site. You will prune, weed, mulch, water plants and perform general cleanup while safely operating pruning clippers and other tools.

You will assist with planting and transplanting flora, manage invasive vegetation, and apply best practices for soil and plant health, contributing to a well-maintained outdoor space for staff and visitors.

Qualifications

• Proficient use of hand tools such as pruners, shovels, rakes, and gardening shears.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Good communication skills for team collaboration and visitor interactions.
• Maintain a positive and professional relationship with staff and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general garden and landscape maintenance including pruning, weeding, mulching, hand watering and general clean-up.
• Operate groundskeeping and landscaping tools, such as clippers and pruners, safely.
• Assist with planting new flora, transplanting existing plants, and removing invasive or unhealthy vegetation.
• Maintain knowledge of best practices, including planting, growing techniques, and soil management.

Skills

Hand tools

Independent work

Team communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist with general garden and landscape maintenance including pruning, weeding, mulching, hand watering and general clean-up
• Operate groundskeeping and landscaping tools, such as clippers and pruners, safely
• Maintain knowledge of best practices, including planting, growing techniques, and soil management
• Assist with planting new flora, transplanting existing plants, and removing invasive or unhealthy vegetation

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Skilled in using hand tools such as pruners, shovels, rakes, and gardening shears
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Excellent communication skills for team collaboration and communication
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with staff and visitors

Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds. Must be able to climb, reach, walk, kneel, bend, grasp and perform repetitive motions with adequate visual acuity and hearing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job operates outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to outside weather conditions including sun, wind and rain as well as dust, various plants and insects.