Gardeners

Terrestris Global Solutions; Tuskegee (AL); On-site; USD 22,934 - 32,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

11 federal paid holidays

Job summary

Terrestris Global Solutions in Montgomery, AL, seeks Gardeners to support Veterans, including Locum or Traveling professionals, on a 1-year contract. Shift is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, with locations in Montgomery and Tuskegee.

Requirements include 3+ years gardening experience, OSHA 30-hour construction certification, ability to lift 50 lbs, work at heights, and respirator safety; EPA/VA onboarding may apply.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional gardening experience in a construction setting.
• Certification: OSHA 30-hour construction.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work at heights.
• Work in confined spaces and high temperatures.
• Ability to wear an OSHA‑approved respirator and be fit tested.

Responsibilities

• Use blowers to clean parking lots, sidewalks, and entrances.
• Dispose of trash from outdoor cans.
• Assist with weed eating as needed.
• Install pine straw and/or mulch and prepare flower beds.
• Pickup leaves from exterior surfaces.
• Cut grass with push mowers.
• Trim hedges and shrubbery.
• Plant flowers as needed.
• Use hand and power tools common to the trade.

Skills

Gardening experience

Physical stamina

Respirator safety

Hazard awareness

VA experience (plus)

Education

OSHA 30-hour construction certification

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

We are seeking Gardeners to support the Veteran community in the Montgomery, AL area. These positions are open to all candidates, including Locum or Traveling professionals.

Position Highlights

• Logistics:
  • Pay: $20.18+ per hour
  • Contract Type: 1-year contract
  • Schedule: 8:00 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, Federal Holidays excluded
  • Location:
    • 215 Perry Hill Road Montgomery, AL 36109
    • 2400 Hospital Road Tuskegee, AL 36083

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the U.S. permanently, without sponsorship.
• 3+ years of professional gardening experience and knowledge in the construction field.
• OSHA 30-hour construction certification.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Work at heights and climb ladders.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Work in high temperatures.
• Work in a noisy environment.
• Work may involve potential hazardous exposures such as asbestos, machine parts, soot, dirt, grease, chemicals, oil, and fumes.
• Ability to function safely while wearing a respirator - Work requiring an OSHA-approved respirator and proper fit tested.
• Standing and bending for long periods of time.
• Previous experience with the VA is a plus.
• Selected candidates must complete credentialing and onboarding requirements consistent with VA medical staff processes.

Responsibilities

• 8:00 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, Federal Holidays excluded.
• Use blowers to clean parking lots, sidewalks, and entrances.
• Dispose of trash on outdoor trash cans.
• Assist with weed eating as needed.
• Install pine straw and/or mulch and prepare flower beds.
• Pickup leaves from all exterior surfaces.
• Cut grass using push lawn mowers.
• Trim hedges and shrubbery.
• Plant flowers as needed.
• Use hand and power tools common to the trade.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation
• 11 federal paid holidays

EEO Statement

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.