SEASONAL SOILS AND COMPOST ASSISTANT Position Available In Chester, Pennsylvania

SEASONAL SOILS AND COMPOST ASSISTANT 4.2 4.2

out of 5 stars 409 Conservatory Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348 As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of bringing joy and inspiration to everyone through the beauty of nature, conservation, and learning. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul. Longwood Gardens is seeking a seasonal Soils and Compost Assistant to assist in the daily operations and special projects at Longwood’s soils and composting facility. The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining the facility and equipment to ensure they align with Longwood’s conservation and sustainability objectives.

Responsibilities include:

Transporting materials between the Soils and Composting facility and other areas of Longwood Gardens. Participating in soil mixing, composting operations, organic materials handling, and weed management. Maintaining the aesthetics of the soils and composting site to Longwood standards. Keeping warehouses organized and clean. Adhering to all Longwood Safety policies and procedures, ensuring safe equipment operation and maintenance. Supporting the operational and logistical goals of the Science Division. Assisting in maintaining equipment and supply inventories The ideal candidate will possess: Some working experience in landscaping, equipment operation, or related fields Proficiency in operating at least one of the following pieces of equipment: tractor, skid loader, mower, forklift, or other farm equipment. A willingness to learn about integrated pest management The ability to lift, move and transport 50 pounds The ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, stand for long periods and perform work on slopes and ungraded, hilly, rocky or uneven terrain. The work schedule would be 5 days per week, starting each day at 6:00AM. Longwood Gardens is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment that celebrates the complexities and differences of all living things. We welcome and respect diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. Diversity creates a more beautiful world, sparks innovation, and unites us.