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Opportunity:

The Gardener will use sound horticultural principles to care for and maintain plants in the core garden areas. The Gardener will work under the direction of a Horticulturist and with horticulture and collections staff, seasonal employees, interns and volunteers to care for a wide diversity of plant material. All members of the Horticulture team contribute to elevating the guest experience working and collaborating with departmental staff to provide positive plant-based experiences. Occasional work may be required at the Cleveland Botanical Garden campus with some evening and weekend requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

The key responsibilities of the Gardener include, but are not limited to:

Horticulture & Collections:

Supports Holden Forests & Gardens' mission, vision, and values Under the direction of a Horticulturist, cares for and maintains various woody and herbaceous plant species within the core garden areas.

This includes:

soil preparation, planting, watering, fertilizing, mulching, pruning, staking, transplanting, weeding, bed edging, string trimming, push mowing, etc. Contributes to the Annual Operation Plan for assigned garden areas along with horticulturist. Participates in group work. Works alongside volunteers, interns and students Maintains operational and pesticide records in accordance with law Safely operates a variety of gas and electric machinery and equipment including, but not limited to, motorized utility cart with dump body and motorized utility cart, tractor with bucket loader and fork attachments, van, pick-up and dump truck, chipper, pruners, hand shears and saws, weed eaters, sprayers, push and riding mowers, backpack blowers, and various wheeled carts Maintains a safe and productive working environment for staff and visitors Positively interacts regularly with guests, members, and the public to create a welcoming atmosphere Actively participates in organizational meetings, committees, and events to promote a culture centered around trust, sharing, and collaboration Inspects and maintains tools to ensure safe operating condition and reports problems to Horticulturist Assists Horticulturist in teaching classes and leading tours, as requested Assists with the installation and maintenance of interior and exterior displays associated with special shows, events, and exhibitions, as necessary Participates in leaf, ice and snow removal, as necessary

General Administration:

Participates in internal and external educational opportunities for professional growth Collaborates to advance various Holden Forests & Gardens' department initiatives Maintain and develop horticulture qualifications Maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable vehicle record Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills:

Demonstrate a passion for people and nature High school diploma or equivalent Minimum of 2 years of experience in landscaping, garden maintenance or a related field or combination of education in horticulture, landscaping, botany, perennial plant production, ecologically informed horticulture and/or related fields Interest in cultivating ornamental and native plants Excellent communication skills and willingness to work alone and with a team Proficient use of Microsoft 365 products, specifically Teams, Outlook (email and calendar), Word, Excel, SharePoint, and OneDrive Desire and ability to work outdoors, year-round, performing manual labor in all weather conditions A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multi-disciplinary team A valid driver's license and acceptable vehicle record Physical Requirements Must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation: Ability to work primarily outdoors where the ambient temperature spans 0-100 degrees Fahrenheit Willing and able to operate small power equipment and perform strenuous, hands-on work year-round in all types of weather conditions Ability to transport oneself by foot over a variety of terrain that may be wet, slippery, uneven and/or rocky Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb, reach, pull, push, sit, grab and lift. Ability to carry up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis daily Holden Forests & Gardens (HF&G) is a great place to work! We offer Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits | Paid Time Off | 8 Paid Holidays a year + 3 floating holidays | 403(b) | Employee sponsored life insurance, long term disability and short-term disability | Work in a beautiful environment within Greater Cleveland | Discounts in our stores & cafes | Free parking at both campuses anytime we are open | Free admission to many Northeast Ohio Museums | Free Employee Assistance Program | And Much More! How to

Apply:

Qualified applicants should submit resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references. Candidates will start to be reviewed immediately and continue until the role is filled. 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