Greenhouse Grower Assistant — Part-Time, 28h/Week

Longwood Gardens; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA is seeking a Part-Time Grower Assistant to support the Floriculture team. You will perform a variety of cultivation tasks, monitor plant health, and assist with crop scheduling and displays.

The role requires the ability to lift 50 pounds, work 20–28 hours per week across 3–4 days starting early morning, and operate in diverse weather conditions. A valid driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior horticulture experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience working with a team and independently.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds consistently.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Work 20–28 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Staking, tying, pruning, potting, transplanting, watering, fertilizing, soil mixing, irrigation maintenance, and upkeep of work areas.
• Grooming plants for display, including baskets and standards.
• Transporting potted plants to and from growing areas, with occasional forklift/vehicle exposure.
• Assist Growers with daily crop care and production tasks per established practices.
• Provide coverage for Growers during their absence.
• Learn and use crop scheduling software; assist with crop scheduling, inventory and data recording.
• Monitor plant health, pests and diseases; communicate observations to Growers.
• Propagate, plant, and support crop production activities as needed.
• Maintain organized, clean, and safe greenhouse/work areas.
• Assist with installation and removal of seasonal/holiday displays.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Physical strength

Lifting capacity

Driver's license

Weather tolerance

Part-time availability

Tools

Crop scheduling software

Job description

Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA is seeking a Part-Time Grower Assistant to support the Floriculture team. You will perform a variety of cultivation tasks, monitor plant health, and assist with crop scheduling and displays.

The role requires the ability to lift 50 pounds, work 20–28 hours per week across 3–4 days starting early morning, and operate in diverse weather conditions. A valid driver’s license is preferred.