Summary/Objective 

The Horticulture Maintenance position is responsible for directly maintaining the overall condition of the shrubs and flower beds around the property. This position will be integral to the preseason preparation, in-season maintenance, and fall clean-up of the grounds.   

Essential Functions 

• Prune shrubs 
• Hand watering flowers & flowerpots. 
• Deadhead flowers. 
• Weed flower and landscape beds. 
• Spreading compost and bark mulch. 
• Planting flowers. 
• Clean-up & sweep landscaped areas.  

Competencies 

1. Attention to Detail 
2. Passion for Service 
3. Professionalism 
4. Integrity and Ethical Behavior  
5. Communication 
6. Team Work 
7. Self-Starter 

Supervisory Responsibility 

This position has some supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Horticulture Lead 

Work Environment 

This is an outdoor position and employees are subject to a variety of weather conditions and other conditions found outside. The employee may be exposed to hazards including, but are not limited to, slipping, tripping, falls, chemicals, sun exposure etc.  Injury is possible.    

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work 

This is a Full or Part Time Seasonal, hourly position. Days and hours of work are typically up to 5 days a week at 8 hours each day on average and may be adjusted for business needs.  Overtime is possible. Must have the ability to work weekends, holidays, days, and nights with flexible hours.  Schedule is subject to change, and applicants must be flexible with schedule adjustments.  

Travel    

There are no travel requirements for this position. 

Required Education and Experience 

1. 2-3 years landscaping or gardening experience required. 

Preferred Education and Experience 

1. A high school diploma or equivalent. 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications 

1. Must be able to speak English at an elementary level. 

Work Authorization 

Must have valid work authorization to work in the United States for I-9 form purposes. 

AAP/EEO Statement 

Driggs Management, Inc, or affiliate of Driggs Management, Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Due to the seasonal nature of this business, you may be asked to perform duties outside of your normal job description.