Groundskeeper

Fort-Worth-Botanic-Garden; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Worth Botanic Garden is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain lawns, planting beds, and general grounds in Fort Worth, Texas. You will help ensure a beautiful, safe guest experience and assist with event spaces.

You will collaborate with horticulturists and managers, use hand and power tools, and follow safety practices. Weekend/evening shifts may be required to support exhibitions.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in landscaping or closely related field.
• Knowledge of proper safety practices including PPE.
• Basic computer and mobile app skills for benefits enrollment, time reporting, and electronic communication.

Responsibilities

• Mow, trim, edge, and aerate lawns; prune shrubs and trees; remove dead plants; rake leaves; mulch beds; keep paths clear of weeds and debris.
• Maintain event spaces for private and public events; ensure aesthetics, safety, and functionality.
• Support horticulture team in irrigation, hardscape, weeding, pest and fertility management, waste removal, and seasonal prep.

Skills

Landscaping

Ground keeping

Team collaboration

Safety practices

Time management

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Lawn care equipment

Job description

The minimum starting pay rate for this position is $18/hr.Job Purpose:As the Fort Worth Botanic Garden Groundskeeper, you will have essential responsibilities that help maintain the Garden's appearance, health, and guest experience. This work supports horticulturists, living collections, and other staff in highlighting and preserving plant collections. Working as part of a team is an essential skill in this role as Groundskeepers take direction from their manager, horticulturists, and those managing special event setups. Groundskeepers play a crucial role in ensuring that the garden remains beautiful and safe, thereby enhancing the overall experience for everyone The duties require knowledge of plants, soil, equipment, and safe landscaping practices.Key Responsibilities:AccountabilityResponsible for maintaining assigned areas: mow, trim, edge, and aerate lawns; prune shrubs and trees; remove dead and damaged plants; rake leaves, mulch planting beds, and keep paths and open areas clear of weeds and debris.Areas of support for the horticulture team responsibilities include irrigation, hardscape, weeding, pest and fertility management, waste removal, and seasonal preparations.Ensure the success of private and public events by maintaining the aesthetics, safety, and functionality of event spaces.People Management/InteractionsCollaborate closely with horticulturists, managers, and landscape designers to ensure outdoor spaces meet aesthetic and ecological goals.Continuously improve knowledge through attending and participating in training workshops and seminars, staff and organizational training, and utilizing digital resources.Demonstrate professionalism and the Garden's Core Values while engaging with guests, interacting with coworkers and managers, and handling conflict effectively.CommunicationRegularly collaborate with employee or volunteer teams and provide precise instructions for tasks like planting, pruning, or clean up including demonstration of techniques when needed.Encourage job feedback/suggestions from team members, showing respect for their input.Engage in all campus communication methods to stay informed and share information. This includes email, MS Teams, texts, calls, and newsletters. Communicate with others clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate personal understanding of oral and written instructions.Competencies: Knowledge and Skills required:2 years' experience in landscaping or closely related field including maintenance and ground keeping tasks.Knowledge of proper techniques and uses of a variety of hand and power tools and machinery with ability to use various tools, assigned equipment, and heavy equipment.Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices including the use of PPE.Physically able to perform strenuous manual labor tasks related to assigned responsibilities in Texas weather.Basic computer and mobile phone app skills for benefits enrollment, time reporting, and electronic communication.Additional Job Requirements:Every FWBG employee is expected to possess and be willing to use a mobile device for timekeeping and business communications via calls/texts/emails/Teams’ messages.Be adaptable and flexible to changing schedules, including occasional weekends and evenings.Ability to support and participate in FWBG public exhibitions and events.Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.To ApplyThank you for your interest! Apply through this job site or visit FWBG's Careers Page at https://fwbg.org/about-us/careers/. Apply online by answering screening questions and completing the application. Applicants who do not fully complete the application process will not be considered. Review of completed applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.Candidates invited to final interviews must provide three professional references and contact information to verify work history. The successful candidate will receive a written offer and be required to submit personal information for a criminal background check. The anticipated start date is the October 12.