Weekend Waterer

TITLE:                           Weekend Waterer

DEPARTMENT:             Horticulture

REPORTS TO:             Production Foreman

 

GENERAL SUMMARY:  The Weekend Waterer assists horticulturists in maintaining plants in various parts of the Conservatory, greenhouses and grounds.

 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Care for plants, including watering, weeding, fertilizing and maintaining display areas.
• Maintain plants in the greenhouses per watering needs.
• Provide information to and answer questions from visitors regarding plants and care.
• Sweep and maintain public display areas.
• Clean tools and maintain equipment.
• May need to assist seasonally with attending to the butterflies. 
• Assist with the setup and take-down of floral shows on the premises.
• Plant, pot and transplant plants, as needed.
• May be called upon to assist with outside grounds care and snow removal.
• Perform other activities and duties as required.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of horticultural methods and plant maintenance.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and work independently.
• Ability to work with the public and co-workers in a pleasant and courteous manner.

 

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND SENSORY DIMENSIONS

• Physical mobility:  sitting, standing, kneeling, walking, lifting/carrying objects up to 80 pounds, climbing up to 15 feet.
• Sensory requirement:  ability to communicate and respond to staff in a friendly and fair manner.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Greenhouse and garden atmosphere – hot, humid, sun-filled climate.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays and one weekday shift. 
• Will have occasion to work in or pass through any area of the Conservatory or growing houses.

 

MINIMUM POSITION GUIDELINES (Education, Experience and Certification)

• Two-year degree in plant-related field or equivalent experience preferred.