Position Summary
Seeking hardworking, dependable Garden Workers to assist with the installation, maintenance, and harvesting of edible landscapes, vegetable gardens, fruit-bearing plants, and outdoor growing spaces throughout the Grand Rapids area. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, have a strong work ethic, and take pride in creating beautiful and productive garden environments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Plant, cultivate, weed, water, and maintain vegetable, herb, and fruit gardens.
- Harvest produce according to quality and food safety standards.
- Prepare garden beds through digging, mulching, composting, and soil amendments.
- Prune, stake, and support plants to promote healthy growth.
- Install raised garden beds, trellises, fencing, irrigation systems, and other garden structures.
- Identify and report plant health issues, pests, and diseases.
- Load, unload, and transport tools, plants, soil, and landscaping materials.
- Clean and maintain garden tools, equipment, and work areas.
- Follow company safety procedures and proper lifting techniques.
- Interact professionally with residential and commercial clients when on-site.
Qualifications
- Previous gardening, landscaping, farming, or outdoor labor experience preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of vegetable, herb, and fruit cultivation is a plus.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license preferred.
- Dependable attendance and punctuality required.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, and standing.
- Repetitive use of hand tools and gardening equipment.
- Ability to work in heat, humidity, rain, and varying seasonal conditions.
- Ability to walk and work on uneven terrain for extended periods.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Hands-on training in edible gardening and sustainable growing practices.
- Opportunity to work outdoors in a positive team environment.
- Career growth opportunities within the company.
Schedule
- Monday through Friday
- Occasional weekend work during peak growing and harvest seasons.
- Typical daytime hours with seasonal flexibility.
Edible Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants who are passionate about gardening, sustainability, and helping communities grow fresh food.
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