What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gardener/helper position at Tysons corner suites?
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and energetic Gardener/Helper to join our dynamic landscaping and horticulture team. In this role, you will assist with maintaining beautiful gardens, lawns, and outdoor spaces, ensuring they thrive and look their best. Your enthusiasm for gardening, farming, and landscape maintenance will contribute to creating vibrant, healthy environments that inspire and delight. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in horticulture while supporting the daily operations of our outdoor projects.
Duties
- You will be on-site 3 days at Tysons Corner Suites and the other 2 days in Alexandria
- Assist with planting, watering, pruning, and harvesting a variety of plants, flowers, shrubs, and trees
- Support irrigation setup and maintenance to ensure proper watering systems are functioning efficiently
- Use hand tools and power tools safely for tasks such as trimming, digging, planting, and lawn care
- Help with greenhouse operations including plant propagation, transplanting, and general upkeep
- Maintain landscape features by mowing lawns, edging beds, raking leaves, and removing debris
- Aid in farm or agricultural activities like soil preparation, crop tending, and pest control
- Support overall landscape maintenance by ensuring outdoor areas are clean, organized, and well-kept
Skills
- Knowledge of gardening techniques and horticulture principles
- Experience with irrigation systems and greenhouse management preferred
- Growing experience in farming or landscape projects is highly desirable
- Familiarity with lawn care practices including mowing, fertilizing, and aeration
- Ability to operate hand tools such as shovels, pruners, rakes, and hoes; proficiency with power tools is a plus
- Understanding of landscape maintenance routines and agricultural practices
- Strong work ethic with attention to detail and safety awareness when handling equipment
Join us to cultivate your passion for gardening while gaining hands-on experience in a vibrant outdoor environment. This role is perfect for individuals eager to grow their skills in horticulture, landscaping, farming, or agriculture while contributing to the beauty of our landscapes.
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22