Department: Horticulture
Reports to: Greenhouse Supervisor
Classification: Hourly, Non-exempt, Part-time, Seasonal
Job Overview: The Greenhouse Intern will learn about transplanting, water control, pest control, and many other aspects of working in a greenhouse facility. The intern will also work in the Garden Shop, gaining experience in a retail setting including merchandizing, using a POS system, and working with customers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Watering, propagating, weeding, planting, deadheading in greenhouse
- Process sales using POS system in retail shop
- Aid Greenhouse Supervisor in production and display greenhouses
- Planting, watering, weeding and other garden tasks in display areas
- Monitor for pests with guidance of Greenhouse Supervisor
- Operate necessary equipment including utility vehicles.
- Utilize garden tools and perform heavy manual labor in all weather conditions.
- Regularly lift 35 pounds and occasionally lift to 50 pounds.
- Rapidly perform required tasks with accuracy.
- Work independently while being productive and making efficient use of time.
- Always work with gardening safety and best practices in mind.
- Willingness to interact with the public in an informal way answering general questions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Sufficiently physically fit to perform required tasks in extreme temperatures
- Ability to understand and follow directions.
- Positive attitude to foster a productive and welcoming environment for staff and guests.
Qualifications:
- Enrollment in college degree program, preferably Horticulture but not required
- Formal or informal knowledge of garden plants
- Interest in learning more about Gardens, Greenhouse Production and Garden Shop management
Send resume and cover letter to [email protected]