"Seasonal Gardener, (Term Appointment) Greenhouse/Nursery"

Company Description

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The Arnold Arboretum is a 281-acre museum of trees teaching the world about plants...

Job Description

The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is seeking applicants for a Seasonal Gardener at the Dana Greenhouse and Nursery. The successful candidate will work alongside the Plant Production team responsible for propagating and growing plant material destined for the Arboretum’s permanent tree and shrub collections. This seasonal appointment is six months in duration with a flexible start date through the spring. Normal work hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM (40 hours/week). You may be required to work occasional holidays and additional weekend dates.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

• Pruning
• Transplanting and repotting
• Watering and fertilizing
• Executing IPM (integrated pest management) practices
• Mowing, string trimming, and leaf clean-up
• Weeding, mulching, and brush chipping
• Hardscape and infrastructure installation and maintenance tasks
• Operating and maintaining various equipment and hand tools
• Leaf, litter, and snow management
• Greenhouse cleaning and pot washing
• Monitoring greenhouse environments
• Performing data readings and recordings of weather station
• Performs related job duties as assigned

Hourly wage: $24.94 benefits benefits-eligible position.

Please note: This is a six-month position with an end date of six months from the date of hire.

Also note: As part of the pre-hire process, a D.O.T. Medical Examiner’s Certificate, a drug screening, and an RMV check for a valid driver’s license are required at Harvard’s expense.

Working Conditions:

This position is based solely on campus, in Boston, Massachusetts. This may include in-person during emergency situations...

Qualifications

Candidates MUST meet the following basic qualifications to be considered for this role:

• A minimum of one (1) year experience in horticulture or a related field
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to perform manual labor, including frequent lifting/carrying/transporting heavy loads up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand for eight hours a day
• Required to work in all weather conditions in all seasons
• Must serve as essential staff for weather-related emergencies impacting the grounds

Additional Qualifications and Skills: Previous greenhouse and/or nursery experience preferred.

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 40 hours per week
• Compensation Range/Rate: (see above)
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background screenings: Identity, Driver’s License (RMV check), DOT Physical, and Drug Screening.
• This position has a 3-month orientation and review period.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package... (generous paid time off, medical insurance, etc.)