Head Gardener, California

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Job Summary:
Oversees and directs one or more teams to complete grounds maintenance activities. Assures standards for safety and workmanship are met. Assists Supervisor with planning, estimation, problem solving, labor coordination and reporting.

Major Job Responsibilities:
Assures equipment and supplies as well as general logistics are coordinated between teams

Assists team leads and supervisors with planning and scheduling regular and specialized gardens and grounds maintenance activities

Assists supervisor in information gathering and planning

Reports problems and issues and assists with resolution

Maintains regular contact with the Facilities help desk and other staff

May assist team with hands-on production work

Demonstrates work and provides training to subordinates and teams

Qualifications:
High school or GED preferred

10+ years experience in an institutional setting where fine gardening is practiced

Bi-lingual skills in Spanish and English

Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds

Requires a California driver's license with fewer than three DMV points

Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions

Must be able to work in adverse weather and environmental conditions as well as uneven terrain

Demonstrated ability to organize daily work and instruct team members to complete work assigned

Proficient knowledge of irrigation control and distribution systems

Advanced knowledge of landscape construction techniques and maintenance

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate via radio and phone

Ability to communicate basic information in writing as well as understand written communication

Basic computer skills with office software and email applications and demonstrated experience with irrigation control and distribution systems

Must have demonstrated skills and/or certificate, licensing in one or more of the following areas: arboriculture, pesticide handling and application, heavy equipment operation, lift operation, tractor operation, irrigation management, general horticulture including soil/water relationships, plant identification, turf management, wildfire fuel management and regulations, and safe work practices

Benefits and Perks:
Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

 

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.

403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match

Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account

Educational Assistance and professional development

Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days

12 Paid Holidays

Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays

On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center

Community service opportunities

 

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