Job Description
Trinchera Ranch is looking for a summer seasonal Gardener Assistant to work with the Garden Lead.This individual will need to work independently, and collaboratively with the Hospitality Staff.Our ideal candidate is an experienced Gardener Assistant who possesses excellent attention to detail, an understanding of gardening, and strong interpersonal skills.Essential Duties/ Responsibilities:Grow and harvest food crops.Maintain garden aesthetics to company standards.Propagate vegetables from seed.Upkeep all flowers around Lodge.Communicate with guests about our garden to table program.Assist and manage spreadsheets for crop and seed inventory (as needed).Assist maintenance with ornamental gardening tasks or propagation tasks (as needed).Use tools, materials, and other equipment properly and safely.Ability to work independently and part of a team.Perform other Ranch duties as assigned.Job Qualifications:Knowledge:Understanding of garden upkeep, needs of plant varieties, fertilization schedule, plant rotation, etc.Skill:Proficiency in computer software programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.Ability:Attention to detail, strong aesthetic sensibility, prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.Education:Degree/Certificate in Landscape Horticulture or related field (preferred).Experience:6 months of horticultural experience, with a focus on growing and harvesting food crops.Working Conditions:Work Environment:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; outside weather conditions and summer heat.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Physical Activities:The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 45 pounds and occasionally move up to 75 pounds using a wheelbarrow or wheeled cart.Job Types:Full-time, Temporary Pay:$17.00 per hour Work Location:In person.