Botanical Garden Aide for Glasshouses
Application deadline for this position is October 9th, 2024
Position Summary:
The Botanical Garden Aide for Glasshouses will Work under the supervision of the foremen and glasshouse gardeners to propagate, develop and maintain a diversity of plants grown for all EAHC Exhibitions in the Nolen Greenhouses and also to help install, de- install and maintain all the plant material on display in the EAHC Exhibitions. Assist with daily maintenance of permanent collections.
Additionally, this position supports, through actions and conduct, NYBG’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility initiatives and actively helps to build and maintain an inclusive organizational culture throughout the institution.
Specific duties and Responsibilities
Assist with the propagation of plant material used in displays.
Assist with the repotting and general care of plant material until exhibition size including screening and mixing soils, washing pots, drilling holes in pots, staking and tying plant material.
Assist with the watering, fertilizing and grooming of all plant material used in displays.
Assist with the pruning of trees and shrubs used in exhibits and also the mowing of grassy areas.
Assist with the growing of specialized plant material using newly acquired skills and techniques.
Assist with moving plant material and garden supplies from one site to another to facilitate proper care of the plants.
Assist with installation of plants for all exhibitions.
Help monitor and treat health problems of all plant material under glass.
Other related work as required.
Qualifications
High school Graduate or GED preferred.
The ability to follow instructions and to work as part of a team.
Minimum 6 months working with plants in a gardening or landscaping position.
Flexibility to work different schedules including Saturdays and Sundays and overtime if required.
Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain a license within 3 months of employment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The ability to perform strenuous physical tasks in a variety of conditions.
Operate small machinery when necessary to perform special tasks.
Baseline work schedules:
Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm
Salary: $39,609
Benefits:
- 15 Vacation Days
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 10 Sick Days
- Health Coverage
- 401K
- Pension Plan
If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at [email protected].
EOE/BIPOC/F/Persons with disabilities/Veterans
EOE/BIPOC/F/Persons with disabilities/Veterans