Groundskeeper (part-time) Job at For Garden's Sake, Durham, NC

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  • For Garden's Sake
  • Durham, NC

Job Description

Description

For Garden’s Sake is a family-owned garden center and landscaping company, in operation since 1999. We are continually growing, and offer customers a one-stop shop for plants, landscape design/installation, and lawn maintenance services.

Working with us allows you to enjoy a beautiful, natural environment every day with teammates that want to see you shine. You’ll be given opportunities to train, learn, and grow to your greatest potential. We prioritize caring for our employees as much as our customers.

Plus, we have resident goats, chickens, and ducks!

The Postion

We are seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to join our team and keep our site beautiful, pristine, and inviting. Our property encompasses a retail garden center, office house, children’s play area, parking area, and historic chapel. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working outdoors and making landscapes look pristine, a keen eye for detail, and a self-starter attitude.

This is a part-time year-round position, working two days per week. Pay is $18/hour with weekly pay . We offer a matching 401k retirement savings and discounts at the Garden Center. Advancement opportunities available as we continue to grow.

Responsibilities

  • Work SOLO to maintain grounds, with oversight from Lawn Maintenance Division Director
  • Mow, trim, and edge turf to maintain an overall neat and tidy appearance
  • Prune shrubs and maintaining plant health
  • Weed and care for plants in beds
  • Blow off walkways and patios
  • Pick up trash and debris all over grounds, especially in parking lots
  • Occasionally apply herbicides/pesticides
  • Miscellaneous small landscape-related maintenance tasks and projects as needed

Requirements

  • Previous experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping
  • Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Ability to safely lift up to 50lbs and operate equipment and machinery
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality work
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently - content with working alone
  • Proactive and positive attitude
  • Clear and professional communication skills

For Garden’s Sake is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Part time, Work at office, 2 days per week,

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