Top 15 Horticulture Jobs in Vista, Ca

Character Cultivator
Garden 31 —Vista, CA
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Criminal background check
- US work authorization
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement
Quick Apply
1d
Plant Care Specialist
Ambius —San Marcos, CA
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- Residential
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Plant Nursery Worker
Evergreen Nursery —Escondido, CA
- From $16.90 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- In-person
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
Quick Apply
Horticulturist - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park
San Diego Zoo —Escondido, CA
- $28.51 an hour
- Email
- Research
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Free parking
- Wellness program
20h
Embote I
Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery LLC —Oceanside, CA
- $17.50 - $19.00 an hour
- 401(k)
Quick Apply
9d
Canner I
Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery LLC —Oceanside, CA
- $17.50 - $19.00 an hour
- Full-time
- US work authorization
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
9d
Maintenance Staff
Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery LLC —Vista, CA
- $18 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Hand tools
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
Quick Apply
Gardener
XLNC Exotic Inc —San Diego, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Temporary
- Power tools
- In-person
- Hand tools
Quick Apply
Horticulturist - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance —Escondido, CA
- $28.51 an hour
- Email
- Research
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Free parking
- Wellness program
20h
USP Operator - Temporary
Plantible Foods —San Marcos, CA
- $26 an hour
- Nights as needed
- Forklift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Plumbing
Quick Apply
Manager Trainee
Armstrong Garden Centers —Del Mar, CA
- Full-time
- Sales
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Landscaper Gardener
Camber Corporation —Oceanside, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Overtime
- Spanish
- Customer service
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Ag Yard Utility
Moon Valley Nurseries —Miramar, CA
- $16.90 - $22.00 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Criminal background check
- Clean MVR report
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Quick Apply
9d
Maintenance Install Business Developer
BrightView Landscapes —San Diego, CA
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Wholesale Nursery Sales – Mid-Atlantic, USA
Sester Farms —United States
- $75,000 a year
- Email
- Up to 50% travel
- Windows
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
6d

Discover related jobs

Based on your search for horticulture jobs.

Plant Nursery Worker
Evergreen Nursery —Escondido, CA
Las tareas incluyen regar, cargar y mover plantas, así como plantar arbustos y árboles en macetas. Shift hours are 7:30am to 4pm, with some earlier shifts…
From $16.90 an hour
Quick Apply
Plant Care Specialist
Ambius —San Marcos, CA
Must possess a valid driver's license from state of residence. Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us).
$18 - $25 an hour
Quick Apply

Show more related jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

Fine Gardening Maintenance - Horticulture / Landscaping
McCullough's Landscape & Nursery —New Albany, OH
Recommended two years’ industry/field experience or two/four-year degree in horticulture (or related field) _We provide on the job training and education to…
$18 - $22 an hour
Quick Apply
Cannabis Cultivator
Green Investment Partners —Columbus, OH
Accurately labeling plants and maintaining compliance with all state regulations and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
From $16.50 an hour
Quick Apply

Show more jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for horticulture in vista, ca

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

horticulture jobs near vista, ca

Character Cultivator

Garden 31
Vista, CA

Quick Apply

Job Details

Part-time
$24 - $28 an hour
1 day ago

Benefits

Paid training
Opportunities for advancement
Food provided

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Rakes
Shovels
Relationship management
Hand tools

Full Job Description

Our Vision

Garden 31 exists to create communities in which all people have access to nutritious food in an environment that is conducive to growth, health, and prosperity.

We believe gardens are more than places where food grows—they are places where people grow. Through hands-on horticulture, restorative practices, and meaningful mentorship, we help young people develop confidence, resilience, leadership, and a deeper connection to themselves, their community, and the natural world.

Position Summary

Garden 31 is seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and mission-driven Character Cultivator to lead youth garden education programs and mentor students through nature-based learning experiences.

This role combines horticulture, education, and mentorship to create safe, engaging spaces where young people can develop practical gardening skills alongside essential life skills. Character Cultivators guide participants through seasonal gardening activities, facilitate reflective conversations, and model healthy relationships rooted in respect, accountability, curiosity, and personal growth.

We highly value candidates whose lived experiences allow them to authentically connect with youth navigating adversity, trauma, or systemic barriers. Individuals who have transformed personal challenges into sources of strength and service are encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do

Youth Mentorship & Character Development

Build consistent, trusting relationships with youth through authentic, respectful, and culturally responsive mentorship.
Create welcoming environments where every participant feels seen, heard, valued, and connected.
Model integrity, emotional intelligence, accountability, resilience, and respect in daily interactions.
Utilize appropriate lived experiences to inspire hope, build trust, and encourage personal growth.
Guide conversations that promote self-awareness, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and resilience.
Reinforce personal growth using nature-based metaphors, including seasons, plant life cycles, soil health, and regeneration.
Foster leadership by encouraging students to take ownership of projects, make decisions, and support one another.

Horticulture & Youth Education

Lead engaging, hands-on garden lessons using Garden 31's G.R.O.W.E.R. curriculum.
Teach practical horticultural skills including planting, irrigation, composting, harvesting, soil health, pruning, pest management, and seasonal garden care.
Adapt lessons to meet the needs, abilities, and interests of diverse learners.
Encourage curiosity, environmental stewardship, and confidence through experiential learning.
Help students understand the relationship between healthy ecosystems, healthy food, and healthy communities.
Support participants in harvesting produce for distribution to students, families, and community members.

Program Leadership

Collaborate with the Program Coordinator to develop seasonal programming and educational goals.
Support implementation of Garden 31's mission, curriculum, and restorative practices across all program sites.
Communicate observations regarding student development, site needs, supplies, and program improvements.
Provide timely communication regarding scheduling and attendance.
Maintain organized, safe, and welcoming garden environments.

On-Site Responsibilities

Prepare learning spaces, materials, tools, whiteboards, shade structures, and lesson supplies before each session.
Lead daily program activities while maintaining an engaging and structured learning environment.
Reinforce positive behavioral expectations and professional conduct.
Maintain participant sign-in/sign-out records and accountability for tools and equipment.
Ensure safe tool use and adherence to established garden safety procedures.
Keep sessions on schedule, including setup, instruction, hands-on activities, reflection, and cleanup.
Encourage teamwork, responsibility, and shared ownership of garden spaces.

Qualifications

Required

Experience in horticulture, gardening, agriculture, landscaping, or related hands-on growing environments.
Experience mentoring, coaching, teaching, or supporting youth and young adults.
Lived experience that contributes to authentic, compassionate relationship-building with youth facing adversity, trauma, or systemic barriers.
Passion for outdoor education, food justice, environmental stewardship, and community building.
Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build trust across diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a small team.
Must successfully pass all required criminal background checks and clearances prior to employment and maintain eligibility to work in school and juvenile detention settings.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal Character Cultivator is someone who believes every young person has the capacity to grow when given opportunity, consistency, and encouragement. They are equally comfortable teaching how to transplant seedlings, facilitatingmeaningful conversations, and helping youth discover confidence through hard work, responsibility, and connection with nature.

They recognize gardens as living classrooms and understand that cultivating character often happens while cultivating soil.

Physical Requirements

This position requires regular physical activity in outdoor garden environments. Candidates should be able to:

Safely operate common gardening tools, including shovels, wheelbarrows, rakes, hoes, and hand tools.
Lift and carry approximately 50–75 pounds.
Walk and maintain balance on uneven terrain.
Stand, bend, kneel, squat, reach, and perform repetitive physical movements for extended periods.
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including direct sun and heat.
Comfortably handle soil, compost, plants, insects, and other natural materials.
Practice safe body mechanics while performing gardening tasks.

Why Join Garden 31?

At Garden 31, we believe that growing food is one of the most powerful ways to grow people.

As a Character Cultivator, you will help young people discover resilience, purpose, leadership, and belonging through meaningful work in the garden. Every seed planted becomes an opportunity to cultivate confidence, restore hope, and strengthen community.

If you believe in the transformative power of mentorship, horticulture, and lived experience, we invite you to grow with us.

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

Food provided
Opportunities for advancement
Paid training

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

horticulture jobs in vista, ca

Character Cultivator

Plant Care Specialist

Plant Nursery Worker

Horticulturist - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Embote I

Canner I

Maintenance Staff

Gardener

Horticulturist - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Safari Park

USP Operator - Temporary

Manager Trainee

Landscaper Gardener

Ag Yard Utility

Maintenance Install Business Developer

Wholesale Nursery Sales – Mid-Atlantic, USA

Discover related jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for horticulture in vista, ca

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected