Gardening Helper

**Job Overview**
We are seeking a dedicated **Gardening Helper** to join our team. This role is ideal for individuals who have a passion for plants and gardening, and who enjoy working in a hands-on environment. As a **Gardening Helper**, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the health and beauty of our garden.

**Responsibilities**
- Spread top soil, lay sod, plant flowers, grass, shrubs and trees and perform other duties to assist with the construction of a landscape and related structures
- Cut grass, rake, aerate, dethatch, fertilize and water lawns, weed gardens, prune shrubs and trees and perform other maintenance duties as directed by supervisor
- Maintain lawns and grass along roadsides
- Operate and maintain power mowers, tractors, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters, pruning saws, snowblowers and other landscape maintenance equipment
- Spray and dust trees, shrubs, lawns and gardens, as directed, to control insects and disease
- Perform other manual duties to clean and maintain landscaped environments.

**Requirements**:

- Familiarity with gardening techniques, horticulture principles, and plant care is highly desirable.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions while performing physical tasks.
- A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn about new plants and gardening methods.
- Previous experience in a nursery or garden center setting is a plus but not required.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $15.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 15 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person