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Description
Focused on creating ecological and productive landscapes, Offshoots, Inc. is a landscape architecture, planting and horticultural maintenance and installation company in Boston.
We specialize in the design of highly specific planting schemes that are ecologically connected, integrating green infrastructure and phytoremediation systems to uptake and remove pollutants from the environment. Installation and maintenance projects include native meadows, shoreline restoration areas, residential gardens, public parks, and multi-family housing projects. Please visit our website: http://www.offshootsinc.com for more information.
Position Overview:
Offshoots Inc. is looking for a Gardener and/or Certified Horticulturist with an interest in organic gardening and sustainable, ecological landscaping to join our fine gardening and maintenance team! We are looking for candidates with prior field experience with a strong horticultural knowledge in all aspects of ecological gardening: pruning, pest and disease ID (IPM practices), plant communities and water/irrigation needs.
Team members will be required to carry out instructions from our Lead Horticulturist as well as communicate priorities, plans, expectations, and issues with other staff. Candidates must be an independent self-starter able to track hours and take photos to track plant community development on job sites. Job involves working directly with plants, mulch, and irrigation systems.
Our office is located within walking distance to the Orange Line/ Sullivan Square in Charlestown. Offshoots Inc. compensates employees with salaries at the top of the industry. Workday is from 6:00am to 3:00pm on weekdays. Flexible hours possible. No weekend or holiday work requirements.
Responsibilities:
Daily tasks include: driving to project sites, maintenance of woody trees and shrubs, perennials and annual material, installation of small plant materials, meadow work (identification of weeds and favorable plants, string trimming, herbicide applications), pruning, deadheading, grooming, weeding, edging, organic pesticide and fertilizer application, mulching, spring and fall clean up and debris removal.
Job Requirements:
- Valid Driver’s license, clean driving record
- Pesticide Applicators License or ability to obtain one (fees to be reimbursed)
- Strong observation and communication skills, with significant interest in organic, sustainable horticultural practices.
- Strong work ethic, proven ability to prioritize effectively, with organizational skills
- Self-directed able to work independently
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs consistently
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive hourly wage, commensurate with experience $25-$35 per hour
- Education reimbursement for ongoing learning
- Paid sick leave and vacation benefits
- Health insurance and 401K retirement benefits
To Apply:
If you are interested, please click "Apply" below to email your resume and work references to Offshoots, Inc. at office@offshootsinc.com and Offshoots Director of Landscape Operations Joe Shafner at joe@offshootsinc.com.