Edible Garden Installer

Eugene OR

Description

Garden Farms of Oregon is a unique company in Lane County helping our community utilize their landscapes to grow more food. We are a growing family-owned business, installing and maintaining edible garden spaces for businesses, homeowners, organizations, and more in Eugene, Springfield and surrounding areas over the past 3 years. We are looking for the right person to join our crew and continue to grow with us. Position: Edible Garden Installer & Landscape Maintenance Tech-­ part-time to full-time depending on season. Job Responsibilities: Weeding, pruning and general landscape maintenance; Garden bed installation and repair; Soil/compost/mulch installation, delivery and/or removal as needed; Irrigation installation, repairs, timing, and trouble-shooting; Fruit tree and perennial edible plant installation, maintenance and/or removal as needed; Garden planting, harvesting and maintenance; Maintain amazing customer service with clients, both in-­person and via phone/email; Communicate promptly regarding supply needs and unexpected garden issues; Represent Garden Farms of Oregon in a friendly and professional manner. Qualifications: Experience with irrigation and typical landscape tools required; Experience with crop and/or vegetable cultivation preferred; Related education in horticulture, crop science, perennial crop cultivation, etc. a plus; Ability to lift, bend, crouch, and stand for prolonged periods as determined by job and job site; Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently; Friendly and clear communicator; Organizational skills and attention to detail a must; Valid OR driver’s license, clean driving record and ability to drive work truck as needed. Compensation: Hourly, DOE Send resume including contact information and availability.