Gardener

US Army Corps of Engineers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Part time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers in Seattle is seeking seasonal gardening support to fertilize, prepare seedbeds, transplant, prune, and apply regulated chemicals. You will maintain the Carl S. English Jr. Botanical Garden and canal grounds to keep them aesthetically pleasing through watering, lawn care, propagation, and irrigation operations.

This role is on-site and suited for individuals who enjoy outdoor work and seasonal schedules.

Responsibilities

• Fertilizing and preparing seedbeds
• Transplanting and pruning plants
• Applying regulated chemicals
• Maintain Carl S. English Jr. Botanical Garden and canal grounds
• Watering, lawn care, propagation and irrigation operations

Job description

Position Overview/Duties

About the Position: In this role, you will perform seasonal gardening tasks including fertilizing, preparing seedbeds, transplanting, pruning, and applying regulated chemicals. You will maintain the historic Carl S. English Jr. Botanical Garden and canal grounds, ensuring they are aesthetically pleasing through proper watering, lawn care, propagation, and irrigation operations.