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Posted Job Title
Part Time Assistant Gardener, Morris Arboretum & Gardens
Job Profile Title
Services Assistant A
Job Description Summary
Located in the beautiful Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia, the Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania is one of America’s oldest arboretums. We are seeking a Part Time Assistant Gardener to join our team.
The Assistant Gardener works closely with all members of the Horticulture Department and performs general turf and gardening duties to ensure the highest standards of horticultural excellence. Reporting to the Director of Horticulture and the Horticulture Section Leaders, the Assistant Gardener supports all aspects of garden and grounds maintenance at the Arboretum, regularly interacts with guests and volunteers, and occasionally works on weekends.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities:
Garden & Grounds Maintenance
Assist with all garden tasks, including weeding, pruning, planting, mulching, and turf care.
Learn to properly identify weeds and implement control methods.
Work with Horticulture team members to mow and string trim the Arboretum on a weekly basis during the growing season.
Assist with leaf clean-up in the fall.
Equipment Operation
Learn to operate garden machinery, as follows: Small equipment: push mower, string trimmers leaf blower, snow thrower.
Large equipment: golf cart, riding mower, backhoe, tractor, dump truck.
Arborist equipment: chainsaw, chipper.
Team & Visitor Engagement
Participate in Horticulture Department Team Day projects.
Work in the garden on a rotating weekend schedule, as needed.
Interact with Arboretum guests and volunteers in a welcoming, professional manner.
Perform additional duties as required.
Work Environment
This is a part-time, primarily outdoor position at the Morris Arboretum, requiring work in all weather conditions and occasional work on a rotating weekend schedule.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of experience in horticulture work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
Associate degree or two-year college equivalent in Horticulture or a related field preferred.
Ability and willingness to communicate effectively with Arboretum visitors and to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
Valid driver’s license required.
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Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania About the Division of Business Service s:
The Division of Business Services (BSD) supports the individual and collective needs of the Penn community by promoting a hospitable, customer-focused campus environment and delivering mission-critical services and essential operations. BSD’s mission is to provide high-quality service in a fiscally responsible manner.
The Division is currently focused on three major strategic initiatives:
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