Job Description

JOB

We are seeking a part-time Gardener to assist the horticulture team in Parks Maintenance District 5, Central Business District. The ideal candidate has a passion for horticulture and how public parks contribute exceptional experiences to the lives of the people of Raleigh. About You: We are seeking a new team member who has a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn by doing. The ideal candidate will have a passion to understand good horticultural practices including, weeding, watering, proper pruning, soil preparation, planting, invasive plant removal, soil testing, and fertilization. This new team member must have excellent customer service skills, works independently with minimal supervision and can effectively collaborate as a part of our team. About Us: The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department mission is: "Together we connect and enrich our community through exceptional experiences."We play a leading role in the quality of life and character of the Capital City through our extensive parks system, which includes over 220 parks and 117 miles of greenway trails. We are honored to support and contribute to the mental and physical well-being of our community. Our vision is to bring people to parks and parks to people. Therefore, we strive to bring the benefits of greenspaces to people in an equitable manner.The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department seeks a diverse workforce to deliver our mission and vision. We seek candidates that have a passion for providing exceptional customer service and a commitment to serving others.Work Hours: This is a part-time position and the work schedule for the District Crew Gardener is flexible. However, the minimum hours are 15 hours per week and the maximum allotted hours for this position are 25 hours per week. Our office hours are during weekdays from 7:00 am - 3:30 pm in the Fall/Winter and 6:00 am - 2:30 pm in Spring/Summer.



EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Completes various maintenance tasks that are subject to change depending on the season. These include hedge trimming, weeding, debris removal, trash collection, plant installation and care, watering, tree pruning, mulching and driving various types of vehicles such as UTV's and dump trucksReceives training on how to safely operate small equipment and required to use equipment such as, string trimmers, blowers, edgers, and operate commercial vehicles and trailers under 26,000 pounds (non-CDL)Advises garden clubs, civic groups, and individual citizens on gardening subjects Works regularly with volunteers to accomplish large projectsAssists the City with cleanup and repair during inclement weather situations



SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Self-motivated, and detail-orientedLandscape gardening experienceExceptionally independent, working diligently on assigned tasksADA and Other Requirements: Work Environment and Physical Effort: Medium: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Work Environment: Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, street environment (near moving traffic), and in a vehicle. Employees may occasionally work in an office or similar indoor environment or shop environment.Work Exposures: There is frequent exposure to extreme heat (above 100 degrees), moving mechanical parts, and toxic or caustic chemicals or substances. Employees may occasionally be exposed to individuals who are hostile or irate, extreme cold (below 32 degrees), fumes or airborne particles, and loud noises (85+ decibels average over 8-hour working day such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, leaf blowers, lawn mowers, construction).City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.