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GARDENER
DEFINITION: Under general supervision, to perform skilled and semi-skilled grounds maintenance and gardening work; and to do related work as required. JOB CHARACTERISTICS: Assigned to District gardener crews or assigned to a specific school as a resident gardener. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Plants, cultivates, waters, sprays and propagates ornamental plants, shrubs, hedges, trees and flowers; plants, fertilizes, waters, and cares for lawns, using hand and power cutting and edging equipment; prepares and treats soil for planting, spades, and fertilizes flower beds, and sets out plants; assists in keeping planted areas free from pests and plant diseases; uses hand and power clippers in pruning trees, hedges, and shrubs; rakes leaves, pulls weeds, and performs general grounds maintenance work; assists in installing and repairing sprinkler systems; operates small tractor and gas powered rototillers in preparing soils for planting; sweeps walks and picks up rubbish on grounds; keeps hoses, supplies tools, and equipment in proper condition and repair; fills and levels playground areas and athletic fields; may operate light truck in traveling to and from work locations. QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: The principals and methods of ornamental gardening and grounds maintenance; The tools, materials, and standard practices of the gardening trade; The more common plant diseases and insect pests and the approved methods and materials in controlling and eradicating them; Plants, their characteristics and adaptability to various weather and soil conditions; Proper preparation and fertilization of various types of soil. Ability to: Perform skilled gardening and grounds keeping work; Use skillfully and safely the hand and powered tools of the gardening trade; Perform heavy manual labor; Follow verbal and written directions. Experience: One year of experience in professional gardening work. Education: High school education or equivalent in training and experience. License: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.90 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Gardeners: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations