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Location: Saginaw, MI

Employment Type: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30–50 per week

About Us:

Our Groundskeeping and Landscaping Team at McDonald Auto is looking for a Gardener who loves growing flowers, beautifying areas, and creating green spaces. If you have a passion for plants and the great outdoors, we want you to join our team! Every day, you'll nurture beauty, embrace nature, and make a positive impact on our employees and the visitors that come to our facilities. Let's grow something amazing together!

Job Overview:

As a Professional Gardener, you will help install, maintain, and care for gardens and landscaped areas at various commercial and residential properties. Your work will create inviting, well-kept environments. If you love plants and creating beautiful landscapes, this job is for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities will vary from week to week, depending on the season and specific project length. You will be involved with, or lead small teams in, the following areas:

• Assisting in the cultivation of a variety of flowers (annuals and perennials)
• Assisting in garden bed installation and maintenance.
• Mulching and lawn care.
• Pruning and trimming.
• Assisting in identification and management of pests
• Assisting in disease prevention and maintenance of overall plant health
• Seasonal plantings for autumn, Christmas, or spring.
• Seasonal tasks like light or decoration installation.
• Winter preparation, including protecting plants.
• Design assistance and layout for landscapes.
• General maintenance such as weeding, lawn mowing, and leaf and debris removal.

Requirements:

• A genuine love for the great outdoors and all things green.
• A can-do attitude and willingness to get your hands dirty and your brow sweaty.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions because, let's face it, Mother Nature plays by her own rules!
• Team player mentality with a sprinkle of independence - we work together, but we also trust you to rock it solo when needed.
• Ready to jump in and perform manual tasks like lifting, bending, pushing, stretching, pulling, and walking.
• Willingness to work in the early morning, late evenings, or weekends (sometimes).
• Valid license and reliable transportation

These are full or part time positions, working regular business hours. Pay rate is competitive and depends on experience. We offer a highly professional and committed work environment that includes benefits, training programs, and educational reimbursement

Experience

• Candidates must possess a strong knowledge of annual and perennial plant material.
• Knowledge of proper pruning practices.
• Experience working on residential landscapes is preferred.
• Crew management experience is desired.
• Gardening: 2 years (Required)        
• Driver's License (Required)

Perks & Benefits:

• Bask in the glory of nature's beauty every single day.
• Freedom and autonomy to ‘make it your own’ and take ownership of your work.
• Expand your green knowledge with hands-on experience and guidance from our team.
• Enjoy the satisfaction of seeing your hard work bloom and flourish before your eyes.
• Take a break from the hustle and bustle with serene surroundings and fresh air.
• Flexible scheduling (so you can prioritize things like family, kids, or just life).
• Great pay and benefits!
• Professional development
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 10-hour shift
• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to embrace the outdoors, get your hands dirty, and be part of a dynamic team, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you’re a perfect fit for this role to Kate McDonald.

Join us and be part of something green and growing! Get ready to dig in, grow, laugh, and make memories that'll last a lifetime!

To Apply: Email kmcdonald@mcdonaldsnursery.com