Horticultural Assistant / Fine Gardener
Seeking an experienced gardener to assist in all aspects of garden maintenance (vegetable and formal) on a 8-acre property in New Canaan. This is a seasonal part time position reporting to the Head Gardener. We are open to candidates with less experience who demonstrate a willingness to learn and take instruction.
Responsibilities include:
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Responsibilities include:
- Planting, dividing, weeding, mulching, pruning, deadheading and fertilizing using best horticultural practices.
- Monitor for pests and disease and report findings
- Monitor irrigation system and report any problems
- Hand water floral containers and vegetable garden area
- Maintain a neat and orderly work space
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Ideally, 1-2 years of hands-on, gardening experience. We will train
- Ability to work outside in all types of weather for 8 hours per day
- Must be self-motivated, dependable and able to manage time efficiently and execute tasks independently
- Ability to lift 30 pounds (including up/down stairs and hills).
- Possess a positive, collaborative team driven work ethic.
- Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance