Gardener job description

The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden has been recognized as one of the most beautiful display gardens in America, and has 17 major gardens, and 29 smaller ones and 2 signature gardens throughout its 66 acres. These are A Tasteful Place, a fruit, herb and vegetable teaching garden and The Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden, an 8-acre outdoor science museum teaching life and earth science principles in an engaging way. As the number one rated visitor destination in Dallas by Trip Advisor, it is known for 5 seasonal color change outs, enabling the garden to have year round color. The garden has a budget of $22 million, average visitation of over a million guests a year and a membership base of over 45,000.

Perform various general landscape maintenance and labor duties in the gardens under the supervision of a Crew Leader or Horticulturist supervisor. Physically perform garden labor, including operation of loud equipment and transporting work materials/equipment in all weather conditions. Contribute to team effort. This position is for 40 hours a week, 6:30 am – 3:30 pm Monday through Friday, with rotating weekend shifts and some holiday shifts.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• Perform routine maintenance with limited supervision of garden area according to set standards, including mowing, weeding, trimming, planting, raking, fertilizing, pruning, mulching, etc.
• Safely operate and be responsible for routine maintenance of landscape maintenance equipment i.e. push mowers, backpack blowers, rototiller, tractor, edgers, gas hedge shears, utility truck, etc.
• Apply pesticides and chemicals using appropriate safety equipment as provided and according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Monitor irrigation system and pump systems (where applicable) and report malfunctions.
• Assist with special projects as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Basic communication skills, bilingual a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs; repetitively bend/stoop, move across property and work in all weather conditions and follow approved safety guidelines
• Driver’s license required to operate garden vehicles if necessary.
• One year experience desirable.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
Dallas Arboretum is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. Dallas Arboretum does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Dallas Arboretum and Botanic Garden complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.

Under the direction of the Wellness Program Manager, this position is responsible for promoting gardening throughout the Catawba Nation community. This position will assist with planning and implementation of the new community and tribal program gardens on the Reservation. As well as assisting maintenance of existing tribal program gardens and community gardens, helping off-site individual raised bed garden boxes within a 20-mile radius of the old Catawba Reservation. They will also pickup and delivery produce generated from program and community gardens when needed.

MAJOR DUTIES

Oversee all gardening aspects of the tribe’s Wellness program in coordination with the Food Sovereignty Coordinator; these activities may include but are not limited to procuring seeds and seedlings, planting, weeding, watering, harvesting, and garden box repair

Conduct community outreach about the benefits and methods of gardening

Coordinate with community partners and other divisions to implement, maintain, and oversee existing community gardens

Work with divisions, programs, and community partners to support their individual garden boxes, provide gardening education, and support community planting events

Transport produce in coordination with the Wellness food distribution plan

Provide support when needed to community partners in all efforts related to gardening, animal husbandry, and food production or distribution; these activities may include but are not limited to cleaning chicken coops, feeding and watering livestock, planting, weeding, fertilizing, watering, harvesting, and repairing necessary food production items like garden boxes, fences, etc

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1 years’ experience with gardening, certification preferred.

Ability to work outside in the elements including but not limited to heat, cold, and rain

Possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable on the tribe’s vehicle policy.

Ability to stand, walk, twist, turn, bend, crouch, push, and pull for extended periods

Effective communication skills; Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain effective working relationship with other employees and to always maintain a courteous and professional demeanor with the public.

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to attend trainings and classes as required.

Ability to work evenings or weekends as required

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A Gardener is responsible for maintaining the appearance of the gardens and grounds in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.
What will I be doing?

As a Gardener, you would be responsible for maintaining the appearance of the gardens and grounds in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

* Maintain the appearance of the hotel gardens and grounds applying landscaping techniques including, but not limited to, pruning, fertilizing, planting, weeding, trimming, watering, mowing and cleaning
* Report pests and/or disease problems and apply pesticides, as needed
* Keep and maintain records of all chemical applications
* Greet and respond to guest inquiries in a timely, friendly and efficient manner
* Assist fellow team members and other departments wherever necessary to maintain positive working relationships

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

* Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
* Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
* Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
* Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
* Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
* Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

* Quality
* Productivity
* Dependability
* Customer Focus
* Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!