Gardener

Hermann Park Conservancy
Houston, TX
Category Design
Job Description
Role Overview

The Gardener will join a dedicated team responsible for landscape and horticulture maintenance throughout Hermann Park, including locations at Lake Plaza, Japanese Garden, and The Commons.

What You Will Do

Perform comprehensive landscape maintenance, support volunteer groups, operate equipment, apply pesticides, and interact with the public.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will be vigilant and proactive in monitoring the quality and health of plants within the park, and will work together as a team to achieve shared goals.

Requirements

  • Physically perform comprehensive landscape maintenance
  • Support facilitation of small volunteer groups
  • Operate battery or gas-powered equipment
  • Apply pesticides and herbicides using an IPM approach
  • Log all chemical use according to laws and regulations
  • Work together as a team, with a partner, and individually
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