Plant Trials Gardener
Location
Landenberg
About Us
North Creek is a wholesale propagation nursery that grows perennials, grasses, and ferns, with a large selection of North American natives. We are committed to offering the highest quality starter plants in the industry. But quality plants are only part of the equation. North Creek is devoted to being the number one source for perennial, grass, and fern plugs by providing exceptional customer service, real-time availability, on-time delivery, the newest varieties plus time tested favorites and sustainable growing practices.
Position Summary
The Plant Trials Gardener will be responsible for maintaining the display gardens, stormwater management systems, trial beds and new plant collections. They will perform various operational and ancillary functions to ensure the effective operation of the Plant Trials & Gardens Department at North Creek Nurseries by ensuring that prescribed schedules, policies, and procedures are followed.
To apply, please send resume or North Creek application to HR Manager at employment@northcreeknurseries.com
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
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Plant and maintain display and trial gardens, including tasks such as weeding, watering, mulching |
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Maintain stormwater BMP sites, including rain gardens, bio-swales, and retention ponds |
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Maintain turf & grounds—mowing, edging & string trimming, raking, herbicide applications |
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Assist with greenhouse work and production trials |
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Perform additional duties as required |
Experience
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Minimum one season experience maintaining perennial gardens |
Knowledge / Skills Required
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Dedicated interest in native plants and their culture |
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Be able to obtain and maintain a PA Pesticide applicator's license, continuing education as required |
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Good time management and organizational skills |
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Ability to work with team in the completion of gardening tasks |
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Effective listening and communication skills |
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Knowledge, proper use, and maintenance of tools (e.g., shears, knives, chain saw, trimmers, tractors, mowers) or desire to learn |
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Ability to lift 50 lbs. |
Desired Skills
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Ability to work in all weather conditions at tasks that are sometimes physically demanding |
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Adhere to standard work procedures, company policies and safety procedures |
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Be reliable and consistent in attendance and punctuality, report to work on time; follow the timekeeping process |
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Follow and sustain LEAN practices in day-to-day tasks |
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Maintain a clean working area ("starts clean, works clean, finishes clean") |
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Ability to follow directions, work independently and/or with a crew and carry out/perform assigned tasks; be a team player |
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Approach work with a positive attitude; invest the time and effort to do a good job, and take pride in accomplishments |
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Maintain a strong work ethic, show initiative and attention to detail |
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Keep supervisor informed of daily/weekly progress and garden issues as they arise |
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Work in a safe manner, reporting any unsafe conditions or safety incidents |
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Follow Systems Approach to Nursery Certification (SANC) practices in day-to-day tasks and strive for continual improvement of our facility practices and internal procedures |
Education
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College education desired but not required |
