A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$27.00 per hour Full time: 40 hours per week. 4 10-hour shifts. Tuesday-Friday.
About us:
The Peoples Gardening Collective is a worker-cooperative composed of landscape specialists with diverse degrees and educational backgrounds including horticulture, environmental sciences, arboriculture and forestry. We provide organic landscape maintenance, landscape construction, residential irrigation, and environmental consulting in the greater Seattle area. We provide a non-discriminatory democratic workplace and equal opportunity employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state and local law. You can read about our Co-Op Principles on our website: pgcseattle.com
Available Position:
Horticulture Team Lead Looking for: Seeking an individual who has a knack for leading and inspiring their teammates. An enduring love of plants is desired. Good record-keeping and time-keeping abilities, leadership skills, a strong safety mindset and ability to perform physical work in any weather is needed. Must be LGBTQ friendly. POC and marginalized groups encouraged to apply.
Requirements:
3+ years of gardening experience 2+ years of crew leadership in garden maintenance Ability to communicate professionally and develop relationships with clients Must be self-motivated and able to work independently Expert knowledge on best management practices, pruning, plant identification, and the Latin and common names for: PNW natives, common weeds of the PNW, and PNW ornamental plants Attention to detail in the garden and in writing Follow-through on expected customer-centric deliverables Excellent time management Problem solving skills and abilities Adaptability to a changing environment Organic gardening expertise Prioritizes safety on site Must have Drivers License and reliable transportation
Bonus:
CPH + Plant Amnesty (must acquire within year) Self-led continuing education and knowledge transfer skills Ecology background Irrigation knowledge
IPM Principles ISA Certified Benefits:
250+ hours of paid time off per year Premium Health, Dental, Vision plan Paid Family and medical leave Unique opportunities for democratic participation and sharing of net income
Pay:
$27.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid jury duty Paid time off Parental leave People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
