Lead Gardener or Apprentice Gardener

392 Pleasant St, West Bridgewater MA

Description

The Schumacher Companies is New England’s oldest and most trusted name in landscape construction and maintenance. As a provider of landscape, hardscape and irrigation services to residential, commercial and institutional clients, Schumacher has been synonymous with superior craftsmanship for over 40 years. SCHUMACHER Companies, Inc. seeks qualified individuals for the position of: Gardener (Lead or Apprentice) JOB DESCRIPTION: General maintenance of landscape plants; weed planting beds, deadhead and groom landscape plants, apply fertilizer, water landscape plants, assess plant health, plant bedding plants and prune plants as needed. WE HAVE: - A Growing Residential Horticulture Maintenance Program in the Metro West Area - Passionate plant professionals on staff that share their knowledge - Opportunities for self-growth and advancement within the company - Strong wage in a competitive industry - We offer a benefits package including health, dental and 401K - Company provided Work Vehicle YOU HAVE: - One year of work experience or educational experience in the field of Landscaping, Horticulture or Nursery Production (Lead Gardener) or an interest in learning about plant care (Apprentice Gardener) - Strong work ethic - The ability to effectively communicate with Account Managers, Co-workers and customers - Attention to detail and a proactive approach to plant care - Capacity to work alone and as part of a small team - A positive attitude and self-motivation - A willingness to work in all weather conditions - Physical strength to support the duties of the job; bending, standing, hauling, lifting and stooping. - Ability to set goals and achieve them on a daily basis - A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record *Our office is located in West Bridgewater, MA; this job opening is for the Metro West/Boston area in Massachusetts.