Landscaper (Full Time)

About the role

Under general supervision, the Landscaper is responsible for the daily upkeep and maintenance of the Zoo & Aquarium’s landscaping, horticultural areas, and irrigation. The position is within the Horticulture department, classified as Non‑Exempt, reporting to the Horticulture Manager.

Responsibilities

• Maintains Zoo & Aquarium’s landscaping and horticultural areas, including:
  • Installing all types of plant material.
  • Maintaining perennial and annual plantings.
  • Performing turf management, which includes the use of equipment such as a mower, line trimmer, and backpack blower.
  • Weeding, mulching, trimming, leaf clean‑up, and general landscape preparation/maintenance.
  • Irrigation and supplementary watering.
  • Hauling herbivore animal waste trailers and assisting with the maintenance of the compost pad.
  • Snow removal.
  • Leading volunteer projects.
• Assists with maintenance of a working greenhouse and tropical plant collection (approximately 20% of time).
• May be asked to perform other duties or special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; ground and turf/horticulture certification preferred.
• 1‑3 years’ experience in landscape maintenance or grounds keeping preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience using gas‑powered lawn and horticultural equipment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds (with or without assistance).
• Ability to operate gas‑powered equipment such as line trimmers, lawn mowers, backpack blowers, chainsaws and edgers.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery such as skid steer, front‑end loader, and sky track.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends, holidays, and evening hours, in all weather extremes.
• Must pass a background and drug screening.

Pay

Starting pay: $17.00 per hour.

Schedule

Flexible schedule required, including occasional weekends, holidays, and evening hours, in all weather extremes.