Gardener in Montgomery, Texas at Bluejack Management Partners

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adheres to all federal, state and local laws regarding health, safety and employment.

• Assists in project work: grades and prepares soil bases, lays sod and sprigs.

• Attend all relevant operational meetings.

• Attend to special projects and additional duties as requested by Senior Horticulture & Landscape Manager.

• Be a Bluejack National Landscaping ambassador at all times.

• Conduct oneself in a professional manner and always maintain a professional image.

• Dig trenches as directed.

• Drives utility vehicles or other vehicles as needed to complete tasks.

• Follow environmental best practices and ensure the garden remains tidy and inviting.

• Inform supervisor of any work discrepancies or equipment malfunctions.

• Install and maintain seasonal plants, flowers, shrubs, and trees.

• Irrigate areas as instructed.

• Maintain good customer relations.

• Maintain pathways, borders, and outdoor features such as planters, beds, and irrigation systems.

• Manage composting and soil improvement efforts.

• Monitor plant health and identify signs of pests, disease, or nutrient deficiencies.

• Mow, edge, and maintain lawns and grass areas.

• Must be able to lift bags of up to 50 pounds.

• Observe and report any turf, landscape and equipment problems.

• Operate all powered maintenance equipment safely, proficiently, and with awareness of golfer safety.

• Operate and maintain gardening tools and equipment safely (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers).

• Operates mowers and string trimmers in trimming around trees, fence lines, lake banks, bed edges and hillsides.

• Perform routine garden maintenance, including planting, pruning, weeding, mulching, watering, and fertilizing.

• Perform tasks following Bluejack National high level of standards as outlined in the Training Manual and Operating Standards Manual.

• Perform work with due regard to safety of self and fellow employees while exercising proper care and protection of company property.

• Performs other duties as directed by Crew Foreman.

• Performs other duties as directed by Senior Horticulture & Landscape Manager.

• Remove trash to provide a clean area.

• Support Development, Club Customs, Culture and Rules.

• Uses hand tools such as rakes, shovels, blowers, etc.

• Washes and returns all equipment to the designated location at the maintenance facility and cleans the maintenance areas.

• At the beginning of each day:

o Check levels of oil and fuel, bringing them up to proper level if necessary.

o Perform walk-around inspection of any other possible defects or fluid leaks.

o Report any problems to Mechanic.

o Make minor adjustments to equipment including testing of hand control levers, buttons and pedals to start and regulate speed of motor.

o Ensure required pressure is attained and that panel gauges and lights are functioning properly.

o Notify supervisor of any malfunctions.

• At the end of each day:

o Wash, add fuel and lubricate equipment.

o Perform walk-around inspection of equipment looking for any damage that may have occurred, or excessive wear that will need repair.

o Report any findings to the Mechanic or Mechanic Supervisor.

• Become knowledgeable about the correct cutting heights.

• Mow designated areas with proper mower as directed.

• All other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Experience:

• High Scholl diploma preferred but not required.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• Proven skills with the ability to work independently as well as with a team.

• Working knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and equipment.

• Experience working in a garden or farm planting and harvesting produce.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to educate members and guests on the garden, plants, cultural practices, maintenance, and all duties performed.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to function under pressure, set priorities and adjust to changing conditions

• Ability to speak English

• Ability to speak some Spanish preferred.

• Ability to stand on feet for extended period of time.

• Ability to work outdoors for long periods of time in various weather conditions.

• Ability to identify plant and diagnose common plant issues.

• Always convey a professional attitude and demeanor towards club and team members.

• Always maintain a positive attitude and look for positive outcomes in all opportunities.

• Always treat team members with the utmost respect and dignity.

• Available for 24-hour re-call in emergency situations.

• Ensure the supplies needed to operate are properly stocked.

• Exhibit sound time management and organizational skills.

• Good attitude and highly motivated.

• Good communication skills.

• Maintain an organized and clean workstation that is member ready.

• Professional appearance and presentation.

• When dealing with residents, members, and guests always be sincere and hospitable.

• Willing to listen and present ideas.

Number of employees supervised:

• None

Approximate schedule and hours:

• 40-45 hours or more per week. Weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Schedule is flexible as business dictates.