Do you like working outdoors? Are you into horticulture and have a passion for working in the yard? If so, this may be just the right job for you! Sundance Orchids & Bromeliads is looking to fill a nursery groundskeeper/helper position. This is a full time position, with minimum 32 hours a week required. A good portion of the job will be working out in the direct Florida sun by yourself while being responsible for keeping our gardens and yard looking great. We are looking for someone who truly enjoys this type of work. We try to keep the atmosphere relaxed, however it can be awfully hard work, and in the summer, it is very, very hot! IF YOU ARE NOT PREPARED TO SWEAT A LOT IN THE SUN, PLEASE DO NOT WASTE OUR TIME OR YOUR TIME APPLYING. After hearing that, if you are still interested, main job duties will include, but are NOT limited to the following:
-Maintaining display gardens and landscaping on property.
-Spraying herbicides when necessary.
-Cleaning, picking up, and removing trash debris daily.
-Watering, trimming, and weeding plants.
-Using a gas weed trimmer.
-Sharing cleaning duties with other employees to maintain our public restroom.
-PVC/Irrigation repair and maintenance.
-Using gas and electric power tools.
-Helping customers and assisting in the greenhouses when necessary.
-Potting up plants.
-Planting trees and foliage.
This is a position we are hoping to fill long term. Pay will be based on any experience and knowledge you may have of bromeliads, orchids and/or landscaping. Mechanical knowledge a plus. You must be able to lift over 50 lbs and willing to climb and work on ladders when necessary. Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus but not required. Must be DEPENDABLE, HARD WORKING, AND HAVE OWN TRANSPORTATION. VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE REQUIRED.
PLEASE DO NOT CALL US OR JUST SHOW UP regarding this opening, as we are already short staffed and extremely busy. Please send resume back through Craigslist.