Nursery Assistant

Empire Landscape is an environmental restoration company in Silver Spring, Maryland offering an internship for a student or person who is interested or majoring in plant sciences. This position will require a minimum of 20 hours a week and will give students a hands-on experience with maintaining a native plant production in our nursery. Empire is dedicated to building a strong team of specialists with diverse backgrounds.

Duration:

March - May (Seasonal)

Responsibilities

• Implementing plant propagation techniques and crop production.
• Managing crop irrigation through various methods such as hose, intermittent misting, broadcast, and drip.
• Performing basic Integrated Pest Management training, scouting, and soft chemical treatments.
• Undertaking crop maintenance activities including weeding, spacing, and pruning.
• Maintaining nursery cleanliness through container organization, sweeping, and composting.
• Assisting with plant selection, pulling, and tagging for projects.
• Loading and unloading plant deliveries.
• Operating skid loader, mini-skid, and other small machinery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Interest or studies in Plant Sciences within Horticulture, Arboriculture, Ecology, Environmental, or related field.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.
• Adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to work diligently with periods of standing, lifting, and bending.
• Comfortable working in fluctuating outdoor environmental and weather conditions.