Gardener/Horticulturist

Job Summary

Waverly Development is looking for an exceptional person for our Gardener/Horticulturist position. We welcome both experienced and entry level candidates so, if you’re at least 18 years of age, have 1 year of landscaping experience, and are a motivated, positive team player looking for a career, we invite you to come grow with us!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Watering, deadheading, applying general and accepted practices for planting, pruning, fertilizing, disease/fungus control and maintenance of commercial properties
• Assist with other Landscape Maintenance duties as needed

 Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to take direction from Branch Management Team and Crew Leaders, and ability to communicate professionally and effectively with all team members, clients and the general public is required
• Knowledge of annuals and perennials is preferred
• Must be comfortable working in an urban environment 
• Ability to maintain a safe work environment at all times
• Must have reliable transportation to and from our shop in Belmont, MA and must be willing to work extended hours and weekends

 Education and Experience/ Licenses:

• Valid MA Driver’s License is required
• 1+ year of landscaping experience preferred
• DOT medical card and/ or pesticide license a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand and walk long distances
• Must be able to work in all types of weather, including extremely hot and extremely cold temperatures
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 30 pounds

Job Type: Part-time (24-30 hours/week), seasonal

Pay Range: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour depending upon experience

Benefits:

• Hourly pay with Overtime
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401K plan with employer matching
• Support for achieving licenses/ certifications - CDL, Hydraulics, OSHA, MCA, MCLP
• Year-round employment option

Work Location: Greater Boston area

Waverly Development is proud to be a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law.

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