Position Overview

Maintain, plan and prepare SVT facility gardens throughout approved season of work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Weeding regularly to maintain a weed-free garden space
• Watering on a consistent schedule while reviewing weather patterns for needed adjustments
• Plant bulbs, flowers, plants, etc. as approved by CEO or according to garden plans
• Maintain garden spaces during the summer season as possible within availability
• Communicate and work with other gardeners or SVT staff to address gaps in care, finding coverage for watering when possible
• Cleaning up flower beds and address borders no longer in good condition
• Monitor and ensure plant health
• Prune and trim plants or trees as necessary
• Address pest issues
• Other duties as assigned

Specifications

• Knowledge of gardening methods especially plant identification and care
• Ability to implement guidance or directions from supervisor
• Ability to work as a member of a team when necessary
• Reliable

Job Requirements

Education: None required

Experience: Some gardening experience preferred

Certifications/Licensure: None Required

Other Requirements: Must be able to meet or exceed physical requirements of position

Physical Demands

N – Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this position

O – Occasionally: Position requires activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 Hrs/Day)

F – Frequently: Position requires activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5 Hrs/Day)

C – Constantly: Position requires activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 Hrs/Day)

Stand - C

Walk - C

Sit - F

Climb - O

Crawl - C

Squat or kneel - C

Bend - C

Speak/Hear - O

Grasp - C

Manually manipulate - C

Reach outward/above - C

Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs

Must be able to push/pull up to 100 lbs

Work Environment

Seldovia Village Tribe is a drug-free, tobacco-free and alcohol-free workplace. Work primarily occurs outdoors in all weather including sun, rain, cold, and heat.Insects and animals are common.Work includes long periods bent over or crouched working in a garden setting.