Position Summary
The Botanical Garden Aide, under direct supervision of the foremen and other members of
the gardening staff, will propagate, develop and maintain a diversity of plants grown for in
the Enid A Haupt Conservatory and also to help install, de-install and maintain all the plant
material for display in the special exhibitions. Assists with and performs propagation and
daily maintenance of permanent living collections.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
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Assists with the repotting and general care of plants for exhibitions, including screening and mixing soils, washing pots, drilling holes in pots, staking, and tying plant material.
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Assists with the watering, fertilizing, and grooming of all plant material used in displays
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Assists with the pruning of trees and shrubs used in exhibits and the mowing of grassy areas
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Assists with the growing of specialized plant material using newly acquired skills and techniques
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Assists with moving plants and garden supplies throughout the landscape.
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Assists with installation of plants for all exhibitions
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Participates in the Plant Health Care Program by helping to monitor and treat health conditions of plants in the living collections.
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Removes snow and ice from landscapes and treat pathways to prevent the buildup of such.
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Operates small machinery when necessary to perform specific tasks
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Other related work, as required
