What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Seasonal- Botanical Conservatory Gardener position at City of Fort Wayne?
Maintenance Seasonal – Botanical Conservatory Gardener HOURS: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, Tue.–Sat. (flexible)
Do you love working with plants and creating beautiful gardens? Are you reliable, detail-oriented, and enjoy being outdoors while supporting a team?
What You'll Do
- Maintain garden beds: planting, weeding, mulching, pruning, watering, and seasonal display changes
- Support volunteer horticulture crews and assist full-time staff with day-to-day garden operations
- Perform general grounds work: edging, sweeping, litter/debris removal, and supply transport
- Safely use equipment and chemical agents under supervision, including small machinery and pesticides
- Assist occasionally with greenhouse production, facility upkeep, and event set-up/tear-down
What You Bring
- At least 18 years old with three years of high school completed
- Experience in gardening, landscaping, or related work preferred
- Ability to safely operate one-ton trucks, small utility trucks, or large delivery vans
- Works well independently and in a team, maintains neat appearance, follows oral and written instructions
- Strong communication skills
Certifications & Licenses
- Valid Indiana Driver's License
Why Work for the City of Fort Wayne Join a team that cares for one of our city's most beautiful public spaces, gain hands-on horticulture experience, and help create inspiring gardens for the community to enjoy.
Salary : $15 - $17