Horticultural Crew Member/Gardener

Air Comfort, Inc; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401k employer match

Job summary

Greener Horizon in Massachusetts is seeking candidates for the Horticultural Crew. This role involves supporting the lead Horticulturalist in maintaining high-end landscapes and gardens. Candidates should be ready for physical work in various weather conditions.

The position requires a commitment to excellence, a strong work ethic, and a valid driver's license. Benefits include competitive wages, employer-sponsored health insurance, and 401k matching, offering a supportive and engaging work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to work full days outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Comfortable operating small power equipment like trimmers and blowers.
• Basic knowledge of plants is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of gardens and landscapes.
• Care of woody, perennial, and annual plants.
• Installing seasonal plantings and displays.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Basic plant knowledge

Ability to operate small power equipment

Physical fitness (able to lift 50lbs)

Education

Valid driver's license

Job description

Greener Horizon has a talented staff of dedicated employees, and it shows. Some of our employees have been with us since we opened our doors. Our team members are here to serve our customers with respect, honesty, and integrity. That is what we’re here for, and that is just the way we do business.

Greener Horizon is hiring for our Horticultural Crew. This position provides support for the lead Horticulturalist in all tasks providing professional care of high-end landscapes.

All applicants must be willing and able to work full days outside in varying weather conditions, including some weekends. This position is physical and requires strenuous physical activity at times.

We offer competitive wages based on experience, overtime, optional health insurance, assistance and training for certifications and licenses, 401k, and a great working environment

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of gardens and landscapes
• Care of woody, perennial, and annual plants
• Container and ground plantings and maintenance
• Installing seasonal plantings and displays

Requirements

• Attention to detail and a commitment to excellence
• Strong work ethic and a willingness to work in all weather extremes
• Comfortable learning how to and operating small power equipment
• Love of the outdoors and garden spaces
• Basic plant knowledge preferred
• Valid drivers license required
• Pass a pre-employment drug test
• Ability to lift 50lbs

Benefits

• Employer sponsored health insurance
• Paid time off, and 401k employer match
• Competitive compensation based upon experience