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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden —Henrico, VA
- $17 - $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
ASSISTANT HORTICULTURIST
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden —Henrico, VA
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
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The Bainbridge Companies —Midlothian, VA
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- Overtime
- Microsoft Outlook
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- Writing skills
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City of Richmond, VA —Richmond, VA
- Temporary
- Carpentry
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Tuition reimbursement
- Referral program
FACILITIES ASSISTANT
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden —Henrico, VA
- $15 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Shelter Cleaner
GRTC Transit System —Richmond, VA
- $17.03 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Maintenance
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Mobile Maintenance Technician
Pyramid Healthcare —Richmond, VA
- $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- OSHA
- Addiction Medicine
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Maintenance Custodian - UniFirst
UniFirst —Richmond, VA
- $13.46 - $17.91 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- English
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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Maintenance Technician
Landmark Property Services, Inc. —Henrico, VA
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Plumbing
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Industrial Cleaner
Thompson Construction Group, Inc. —Richmond, VA
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Basic math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Maintenance Technician
Gallery Residential —Richmond, VA
- Weekends as needed
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
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Maintenance Supervisor
GoldOller Real Estate Investments —Richmond, VA
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Climbing Arborist Crew Leader
The Davey Tree Expert Company —Richmond, VA
- $26 - $42 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- No travel
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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The Michaels Organization —Richmond, VA
- $28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Sanitation
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Possession of a valid driver's. Interact with the public on an informal basis by answering questions, providing directions,. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden —Henrico, VA
Possession of a valid driver's license. A willingness to interact with the public on an informal basis by answering questions, providing directions, etc.
$15 - $17 an hour

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HORTICULTURIST

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden -
Henrico, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$17 - $24 an hour

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Driver's License

Full Job Description

The Garden celebrates the diversity of all people, just as we honor the diversity of plants and ecosystems in our world, with a focus on Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility.

GARDEN OVERVIEW

MISSION

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden’s mission is connecting people to plants by inspiring communities to explore and conserve nature.

VISION

We are a Virginia garden of international significance leading in horticultural and educational excellence. We cultivate experiences that enhance each person’s relationship with the natural world.

VALUES

Responsibility, Innovation, Integrity, Hospitality and Inspiration

Founded in 1984, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a nonprofit garden located in Richmond, Virginia’s Lakeside neighborhood. The Garden encompasses 82 acres, four lakes, 5,500 unique taxa of plants within 15 distinct outdoor gardens, 11 major buildings including a conservatory and greenhouse, plus an 80-acre branch site, the Lewis Ginter Nature Reserve. Annually, Lewis Ginter engages over 17,000 students in innovative and exciting educational programs. This cadre of identified learners is just a fraction of the more than 400,000 annual visitors to the Garden. In recent years, the Garden has been honored with inclusion in several top ten lists for botanical gardens in North America.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or national origin in the hiring, retention, or promotion of employees. We support the diversity and inclusion policy adopted by The American Public Gardens Association: to create an equitable, diverse and inclusive culture where the contributions of all community members are valued, respected, and appreciated.

HORTICULTURIST

Pay: $17 - $24/hr
Exempt/Non-exempt: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Full Time with weekends and special events
Location: Richmond, VA

Job Description

Under the guidance of the Horticulture Section Leaders, Horticulturists implement the installation and care of the display gardens and horticultural collections, both outdoors and under glass. This position works collaboratively within a dynamic department responsible for creating and maintaining displays that uphold the highest aesthetic standards at the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and the Lewis Ginter Nature Reserve. Individuals in this position should have a keen interest in horticulture and gardening, a general understanding of horticultural principles, and the skills necessary to perform basic horticultural tasks.

Responsibilities

Work daily to support and maintain a diverse planting of annuals, perennials, tropical, woody, and edible plants through pruning, grooming, weeding, mulching, watering, fertilizing, and scouting.
Maintain various established demonstration-quality growing strategies, including in-ground plantings, raised beds, container gardening, various vertical-growing models, companion planting, etc., plus contribute new ideas and techniques.
Diligently tend to plant health by applying organic, ecosystem-based, sustainable Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies, including biological, mechanical, and cultural Coordinate scouting and control treatments with the IPM Horticulturist.
Partner with Marketing for the promotion of horticulture by supporting the development of blog posts, social media, etc.
Interact with the public on an informal basis by answering questions, providing directions,
Lead and supervise Assistant Horticulturists, Seasonal Gardeners, interns, volunteers, and corporate groups. Collaborate with the Manager of Volunteers.
Safe and correct use of Garden tools and
- Utilize shovels, trowels, fan rakes, grading rakes, spades, digging forks, pickaxes, brooms, hand shears, hand saws, loppers, pole pruners & pole saws, wheelbarrows, fertilizer spreaders, garden carts, ladders, and other hand tools to complete assigned tasks.
- Operate push mowers, weed-whackers, backpack blowers, push blowers, garden ATVs, tractors, pickup trucks, and other power equipment in accordance with LGBG safety protocols and regulatory standards (training will be provided).
Work collaboratively with a dynamic team to achieve horticultural standards of
- Participate in weekly group maintenance tasks such as blowing walkways, filling gas cans, and caring for tools and equipment.
- Participate in group projects and meetings with other horticulture staff and in cross- departmental projects.
Support plant records work to advance our botanical
Work a flexible work schedule; must be available to weekends; must be available to assist with evening coverage during special events; required to work nights during Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights
Perform other duties as assigned by the Horticulture Section Leaders or their designee.

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of and experience with edible landscapes and/or agricultural crop maintenance practices and plant care appropriate to the region.
Strong work ethic, keen interest in sustainable agriculture and organic food production, and enthusiasm for physical work outdoors.
A demonstrated understanding of the horticultural practices and procedures required for soil preparation, planting & transplanting, mulching, watering, weeding, fertilizing, pruning, propagating, mowing, raking, sweeping & blowing, and tree & brush cutting.
The ability to use shovels, trowels, fan rakes, grading rakes, spades, digging forks, pickaxes, brooms, hand shears, hand saws, loppers, pole pruners & pole saws, wheelbarrows, fertilizer spreaders, garden carts, ladders, and other hand tools effectively.
The ability to operate push mowers, riding mowers, string trimmers, backpack blowers, push blowers, garden UTVs, pickup trucks, chainsaws, and other power equipment safely and
The ability to follow written and verbal
Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays, ensuring coverage for Horticulture and for special events at the Garden, including GardenFest, outside the traditional work week/day.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

The physical strength, dexterity, and coordination are sufficient to perform the above
Must be able to bend, squat, kneel, stand, and walk for extended periods of
Must be able to work out-of-doors in Central Virginia seasonal
Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Note: Duties described above, other duties, and physical demands have been identified as essential functions as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Education and Experience

A degree in Horticulture, Botany, Plant Science, or a related
Three years of experience working in public gardens, parks or
Virginia Pesticide Applicator’s License (or the ability to obtain one within six months of hire).
Possession of a valid driver's
Other combinations of education/experience appropriate to the job will be
Proficiency in conversational Spanish

Each employee of Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Must comply with provisions of the current Employee handbook, all published personnel policies, and the requirements of their individual job descriptions.
Must perform all duties in a manner consistent with a public garden serving multigenerational and multicultural individuals and families and in accordance with directed practices and procedures.
Must be aware of surroundings and vigilant to threats to the safety of visitors, volunteers, and staff or to the security of their property, ensuring that all concerns are reported promptly.
Must report all injuries and incidents immediately and ultimately in writing to supervisor(s) and to Human Resources.
Must ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and
Must perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Note: This position is represented by International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, AFL-CIO, to discuss the specific needs of your group, please reach out to 804-359-4058.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected].

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