Gardener

Outdoor-Environments-Group-; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mariani Enterprises, LLC is seeking a skilled Gardener to provide high-level horticultural expertise for residential and client properties. You will nurture flowers, shrubs and trees, maintain naturalized areas, and manage kitchen gardens, while assisting in mentoring team members to ensure top-quality results.

You will develop weekly to seasonal maintenance plans, oversee pruning, plant health, and displays, and work closely with client representatives to meet and exceed expectations in diverse

Qualifications

• A BS degree in Horticulture or 5+ years in horticulture required.
• Strong knowledge of annuals, perennials and general plant care.
• Advanced pruning and shaping skills.
• Ability to mentor and guide team members.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and enduring outdoor work.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to drive company vehicles.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Nurture diverse plant materials including flowers, shrubs and trees.
• Develop and implement weekly, monthly, and seasonal maintenance plans.
• Maintain client property presentation and cleanliness.
• Coordinate with Client Reps and team to meet expectations.
• Identify issues and advise on corrective steps.
• Monitor irrigation systems and health of plant material.
• Operate gardening tools and light machinery as needed.
• Follow safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Horticulture knowledge

Mentoring

Communication

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

BS in Horticulture or related field

Tools

Irrigation systems knowledge

Job description

Work With The BestWe are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless.Job OverviewOEG is searching for top Talent!Our Gardener plays a critical role in providing on-going high-level and detailed horticultural expertise to residential, commercial and client properties, including management of naturalized areas, and production kitchen gardens, along with detailed fine pruning, management of perennials and flower beds. Installing and maintaining container displays, assisting with seasonal and holiday décor, working closely with leaders and assisting in mentoring team members, ensuring optimal health and aesthetics for all plant materials with the goal of ensuring client expectations are met.Responsibilities and DutiesNurturing all types of different plant materials, including flowers, shrubs and treesDemonstrate proactive ownership of the client properties, anticipating needs before they arise.Ensure every detail—edges, lines, plant health, symmetry, and cleanliness—is executed to perfection.Develop and implement weekly, monthly, and seasonal maintenance plans.Maintain high standards of client property presentation and cleanliness.Communicate effectively with Client Reps and other team members, including clients at times to ensure highest expectations are met.Identify issues and recommend appropriate steps to all client concernsMaintaining the optimal health of plant materials by watering, fertilizing, pruning, dead heading and trimmingUsing and maintaining gardening tools and light gardening machineryIdentify and treat diseases, along with other issues with garden plantsMaintain greenhouses and client environments where plants are livingCollect specimens of plants, mosses, and fungi for researchIdentify and diagnose pest and plant diseases, ensuring environmental conditions are healthy.Performing edging, weeding, fertilizing, mulching and other services as needed.Maintain complete discretion regarding the estate, owners, guests, and property operations.Monitor inventory of supplies and place orders as needed.Comply with safety and environmental regulations at all times, including safety protocols for chemical usage.Ability to work well under pressure in an ever-changing environment.Job RequirementsA BS Degree in Horticulture or related field, or5+ years of experience in a horticulture related role requiredStrong knowledge of annuals, perennials, and general plant care required.Advanced pruning and shaping skills.Proven ability to mentor and guide team members.Highly effective communication skills.High attention to detail and ability to interpret design plans and layouts.Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs, bending, kneeling and standing for long periodsComfortable enduring variable outdoor weather elements.Understanding of irrigation systems desired.Valid driver’s license required; ability to drive company vehicles.Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus.Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.The Perks401(k) plan with company matchMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceFSA/HSAPerkSpotLong-Term Disability and Life InsurancePaid time OffTuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)Position Range: $32.00 per hour - $38.00 per hourThis employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Employers can only E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed Form I-9.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.