Groundskeeper

Bachman's Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Pet Insurance

Wellness Challenges

ID Watchdog

Job summary

A horticultural company in Minneapolis is seeking seasonal help for gardening duties. The role involves preparing, planting, and maintaining garden beds, along with operating light power equipment. Applicants should be physically fit, able to lift 50 lbs, and comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions. This position offers an average of 32 hours per week from April to September and includes benefits like employee discounts and wellness challenges. Apply now to join a supportive team environment!

Qualifications

• Must be in good physical condition to perform gardening tasks.
• Ability to work alone and follow complex instructions.
• Willingness to work outdoors in Minnesota weather.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, plant, and maintain exterior garden beds.
• Operate power equipment like line trimmers and blowers.
• Perform general clean-up duties on the property.

Skills

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Ability to lift 50 lb

Familiarity with light power equipment

Knowledge of perennial and annual plants

Experience with planting

Job description

Bachman’s is committed to creating a caring environment while inspiring a passion for bringing beauty to life.

Are you looking for a seasonal job this spring? Do you want to work for a company that cares about its employees? Are you looking for a positive work environment and a team atmosphere? Don’t wait, apply now!

JOB DUTIES:

• Prepare, plant and maintain all exterior garden beds & containers at a designated store location and as a group for the Bachman’s store locations.
• Perform basic plant cultivation, pruning, trimming and weed control.
• Perform general clean up duties in parking lots, loading areas, entry areas and walkways.
• Remove weeds to improve the landscape aesthetics.
• Operate power equipment like line trimmers, backpack blowers, pressure washers and tillers.
• Provide inter-departmental support in delivery and other odd jobs as needed.
• Multitask and manage work hours to accomplish a variety of projects on property.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be in good physical condition in order to bend, walk, stoop, and travel long distances across grounds.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 50 lb.
• Willingness to work in multiple locations on occasion.
• Ability to work alone following complex instructions.
• Desire to work outdoors in Minnesota weather conditions.
• Familiarity with working with light power equipment such as leaf blowers and tiller.
• Knowledge of perennial and annual plants often used in Minnesota; their watering and care.
• Experience with planting annuals and container planting.
• Willingness to travel to designated "home store" location for work (This could be our Fridley, Maplewood, Apple Valley, Eden Prairie, Plymouth or Minneapolis location)

SCHEDULE:

• Average 32 hours per week
• Monday -Friday
• April - September

BENEFITS:

• Employee Discount
• Pet Insurance
• Wellness Challenges
• ID Watchdog

COMPENSATION: $16.00/hour

Don’t settle, come grow with us!

Bachman’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer