Estate Gardener

Albemarle Estate at Trump Winery and surrounding properties is hiring a Gardener to join our growing team. The individual who assumes this position will complete a variety of tasks relating to all things horticulture. Since there is guest interaction, the individual in this role will need to exhibit adequate communication skills, and will always be expected to project a professional attitude. Given the nature of the position, work days/schedules may flex due to weather or other conditions, and may include weekends or overtime as needed. If you are seeking a company that values it's employees and strives for excellence in everything it does, apply now!

Location: Trump Winery - 20 minutes south of Charlottesville

Wage: $18 to $20/hr Excellent Benefits

Hours: FT, regularly scheduled 40 hours/week - Monday thru Friday 7AM to 3:30PM

Benefits: 80% employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance. Company paid life insurance up to $25k. Voluntary life and accident insurance available. Generous PTO (paid vacation, sick days, and holidays), 401k eligibility after one year with company match up to 6%, employee discount, travel discounts at Trump Hotels, educational opportunities, paid volunteer days, and more.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Complete tasks including but not limited to: weeding, watering, planting, sweeping, raking, snow removal, composting, edging, trimming, pruning, transplanting, shrub bed renewal/installation/repair, mulching, seeding, exterior/interior plant care, propagation of plant material
• Minimize and prevent deterioration of equipment, landscaped grounds, and infrastructure
• Provide assistance as needed completing and collaborating on projects/tasks
• Maintain greenhouses for vegetable gardening, perennial, and annual production

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong working knowledge of a variety of plants, plant materials, and grounds maintenance is a must
• Must possess experience in the operation of basic landscaping tools and small machinery
• Degree in horticulture, or demonstrable experience in horticultural management, or trade certifications or work equivalent in related field
• Must work well in an environment of changing priorities, be a quick learner, ability to multi-task, maintain a professional demeanor under pressure, ability to solve problems in a creative manner
• Physically able to bend over, kneel, or stand for extended periods of time, lift, push, pull objects of up to 70 pounds in weight
• Ability to work in all types of weather, from heat to wind to wet and cold
• Must be a self-motivated, dedicated employee who has the ability to set priorities, work independently, follow directives with minimal supervision, is team-oriented, flexible, and hard working
• Customer oriented, prompt, and friendly
• Accuracy and attention to detail

Trump Vineyard Estates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other categories protected by federal, state, and local law.

Trump Vineyard Estates participates in the E-Verify Program (Identity and Employment Eligibility Verification) and uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Este Empleador participa en E-Verify (Verificación de Documentos de Identidad y Elegibilidad de Empleo).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Professional Gardening: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Charlottesville, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20