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Gardener (Full-Time)

1 month ago

Nashville, United States CHEEKWOOD Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Why Cheekwood?


Working at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens offers you the opportunity to work for one of the most beautiful places in Nashville. Formerly the home of Mabel and Leslie Cheek, Cheekwood now serves the public as a botanical garden, arboretum, and museum with period rooms and art galleries. At Cheekwood, you will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of roles tailored to your skills and interests. Whether you are passionate about horticulture, art curation, historical preservation, or one of our many other career opportunities, you would have the chance to thrive and make a meaningful impact here. Working in such a place that cherishes its rich history, vibrant art scene, and serene gardens offers a unique blend of fulfillment and inspiration. You will find yourself in a supportive environment where every day brings new opportunities for personal and professional growth, amidst the backdrop of picturesque settings.


What does the Cheekwood Garden Team do and why join?


At Cheekwood, the gardening team is responsible for the care and maintenance of the garden's plants and landscapes. Their tasks typically include planting and propagating a diverse array of flora, ensuring proper soil health and nutrition, watering schedules, pruning for shape and health, pest and disease management, and seasonal upkeep. Joining the gardening team at Cheekwood offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of plants, including rare and exotic species, which can be rewarding for plant enthusiasts. We also offer offers a peaceful and beautiful work environment surrounded by nature, making it an attractive career for those who enjoy working outdoors and appreciate the tranquility of gardens.


What will you be doing?


This position at Cheekwood involves maintaining and stewarding the mission of gardens and collections. Responsibilities include performing landscaping tasks like weeding, mulching, planting, and pruning. It also entails troubleshooting irrigation systems, supervising seasonal staff, operating landscape equipment safely, participating in seasonal exhibitions, and engaging with the community.


Responsibilities

Responsibilities

  • Understands and stewards the Mission Statements for individual gardens and collections.
  • Assists the garden supervisor in upholding the historic and current intent of the garden.
  • Frequently practices landscaping maintenance and upkeep including, but not limited to weeding, mulching, watering, planting, pruning, pest control, spraying, string trimming, leaf removal, and trash removal.
  • Troubleshoots irrigation issues in the garden.
  • Maintains bed edges and tree rings.
  • Applies a basic understanding of plant physiology and botanical nomenclature.
  • Practices safety measures during task execution.
  • Maintains water features in assigned garden, if applicable.
  • Actively participates in large seasonal exhibitions such as Blooms, and additional Seasonal Garden Projects.
  • Supervises seasonal employees and volunte ers in support of the garden supervisor.
  • Maintains standards for the daily care and storage of garden equipment.
  • Safely and responsibly operate and maintain landscape equipment including, but not limited to, backpack blowers, edger’s, gas powered shears, string trimmers, and utility carts.
  • Maintains records of work activities in assigned areas of the garden.
  • Serves as an external representative of Cheekwood and engages members of the community and industry to exchange information and ideas to support individual and institutional growth.
  • Maintains a constant awareness of the guest experience and makes every reasonable effort to ensure the safety and comfort of all persons moving through the garden.
  • Understands and upholds the Cheekwood Mission, Vision and Values, and maintains great awareness and flexibility to accommodate and support organizational goals and operations.
Requirements:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Strong Customer service skills
  • Ability to lift, pull, push, and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Work in inclement weather
  • Valid driver's license with the ability to drive a garden cart.

Benefits


The well-being of Cheekwood employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, we offer one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

  • Health Insurance with an HRA
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance (100% paid by Cheekwood)
  • Long Term Disability Insurance (100% paid by Cheekwood)
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • 403b and Roth 403b with a generous employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays
  • Aflac products are offered

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA) Statement


Cheekwood is committed to embracing, pursuing, and celebrating inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility among our board, staff, leadership, partners, vendors, volunteers, members, supporters, and visitors. We will be steadfast in our efforts to welcome people of all races, nationalities, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, religions, political affiliations, ages, and abilities. We recognize we have much work to do and pledge to pursue new and previously underrepresented ideas, artists, advisors, partners, instructors, innovators, and audiences so that all voices can be heard, respected, and supported.


**Cheekwood employees have an opportunity to participate in an active and ongoing IDEA Committee promoting inclusivity and engagement.