Ecological Preserve Gardener Position Available In Putnam, New York

Ecological Preserve Gardener 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Garrison, NY 10524

Job Title:

Gardener Location:

Garrison, NY Hours :

Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week, with occasional weekend support as needed Job Summary The Gardener is a service-oriented individual who works hands-on to support the Ecological Land Manager (ELM) and Assistant Ecological Land Manager (AELM); and also works closely with subcontractors to maintain the property at the highest standards. Under the direction of the ELM and collaborating with the AELM, contractors, and other staff, the Gardener is responsible for ensuring that landscapes are always well-maintained. The Gardener will be professional, proactive, reliable, responsive, and will respect boundaries, privacy, and confidentiality always. As a critical member of the property team, the Gardener will help to ensure the principals’ overall vision for the estate is realized. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Management of invasive plant and tree species from woodland, wetland and meadow ecologies. Requires familiarity with native plants and care of natural landscapes
• Maintenance of 4+ mile trail system, including trash pickup, basic pruning, weed removal, erosion control, and after-storm care. Will occasionally require safe use of a chainsaw
• Care for gardens, including weeding, planting, watering, pruning and seasonal cutbacks/mowing tasks, in a horticulturally professional and competent manner
• Routinely clean, organize and maintain tools, equipment, and machinery. Perform basic repairs, as necessary
• Use environmentally sensitive practices, and proactively consider impacts involved in all aspects of land care
• Ensure efforts are made to reduce the operational consumption of resources and manage waste through environmentally sensitive practices
• Assist in maintenance and operation of the landscape automatic irrigation system
• Participate in larger projects, including installations, and seasonal maintenance and clean ups
• Assist with overseeing subcontracted landscape team on property projects
• Remove trash and debris from public and private areas and transport to designated central collection point, daily.
• Assess and address maintenance and security issues through regular monitoring throughout the property
• Report security breaches or unusual activity
• Assist with special events as requested
• Record keeping, and data input as necessary
• Available to assist on other NY properties, as needed

Qualifications:

• Knowledge, training and experience in horticulture, with an emphasis on natural landscapes
• Native plant knowledge, and an enthusiasm for supporting local ecosystems
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols in a professional horticultural setting, and a commitment to maintaining a consistently safe working environment
• Skill and experience in operation and utilization of landscape machinery and equipment
• Requires safe and effective use of a UTV (with attachments), weed whackers, chainsaws, and other horticultural equipment
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and capacity to operate and perform basic upkeep and repairs of the system
• Organized and systematic approach to work, and capacity to communicate clearly
• Must be a team player, willing to help as needed regardless of the task
• Must have a neat and professional appearance
• Proactive attitude and approaches problems with a sense of possibility
• Must be flexible with work schedule and able to be “on call” during weekends for emergencies
• Always striving to improve the way things are done so they are most efficient
• Courteous, pleasant demeanor, extremely discreet, honest, non-obtrusive, and responsible character
• Must be service oriented and implicitly understands the nuances of providing invisible levels of customer service
• Must be an organized self-starter with attention to detail, to follow through from start to finish on projects
• Ability to multitask and remain calm in the face of unexpected challenges
• Ability to work in all weather and temperature conditions
• Valid Driver’s License required; confident driver with a clean driving record
• Ability to regularly handle heavy manual labor, including lifting, pushing, and pulling objects/machinery up to 80lbs
• Must be physically able to frequently ascend/descend ladders, bend over or kneel for extended periods of time
• Good communications skills in English, written and verbal. Spanish a plus
• Ability to travel to New York City occasionally
• All properties are smoke-free environments
• Legally eligible to work in the United States at time of hire

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Experience:

Gardening:

4 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Garrison, NY 10524 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Garrison, NY 10524: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person