nashvillezoo

nashvillezoo

Gardener

Nashville, TN · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago
CommunicationCollaboration

About the role

  • With a diverse collection of animals and a commitment to wildlife preservation, we provide engaging experiences for visitors of all ages.
  • Ultimately, you will make sure our gardens and green spaces are always healthy and beautiful.
  • These roles require frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs and occasionally heavier items with assistance, as well as safely navigating ladders, stairs, uneven surfaces, and wet or slippery areas.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - confidential support services for mental, emotional, and financial well-being.
  • shift and regularly bend, kneel, reach, climb, and perform repetitive motions while cleaning, maintaining grounds, or performing facilities repairs.
  • The role must learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete task independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.

Requirements

  • All candidates are required to successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screening prior to hire.
  • Must be able to learn and remember tasks and processes, maintain focus and complete tasks independently
  • PPE such as gloves, protective footwear, eye and hearing protection, or respirators may be required depending on the task.
  • Ability to perform assigned tasks in an organized and efficient manner.
  • Staff must frequently stand and walk for most of an 8-10‑hour shift and regularly bend, kneel, reach, climb, and perform repetitive motions while cleaning, maintaining grounds, or performing facilities repairs. These roles require frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs and occasionally heavier items with assistance, as well as safely navigating ladders, stairs, uneven surfaces, and wet or slippery areas. Adequate vision, hearing, hand dexterity, and clear communication are necessary to operate tools, equipment, vehicles, and radios safely. Work occurs both indoors and outdoors year‑round in all weather conditions, with routine exposure to dust, dirt, chemicals, cleaning agents, noise, and equipment vibration. Positions may involve using power tools, machinery, or motorized vehicles and require adherence to established safety procedures. PPE such as gloves, protective footwear, eye and hearing protection, or respirators may be required depending on the task. Schedules may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime based on operational needs. The role must learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete task independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Skills

  • Ability to work with little or no supervision.
  • Ability and motivation to learn the plants on grounds and their proper care.
  • Ability to interact professionally with both staff and visitors.
  • Ability to professionally and safely use small, medium and heavy equipment and tools required for the execution of assigned tasks.
  • Education/ Experience:
  • Minimum High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • A background in landscaping or grounds maintenance is preferred.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Physical Responsibilities:
  • Work Schedule:
  • Full-time position, averaging 40 hours per week.
  • Flexibility: Position may require flexibility in working hours to accommodate special events, emergencies, or animal care needs.

Compensation

  • Pre-employment and annual tuberculosis (TB) screenings are a condition of continued employment.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage - including medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching - helping you build a secure future while you make a meaningful impact today.
  • Generous paid time off and sick leave - because rest and recovery are vital.
  • Exclusive zoo perks - enjoy discounts on park experiences, retail, and food services, plus complimentary membership benefits.
  • You should know how to use and maintain landscaping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and fertilizers while following health and safety regulations.
  • Adequate vision, hearing, hand dexterity, and clear communication are necessary to operate tools, equipment, vehicles, and radios safely.

Company info

  • A collaborative and inclusive culture - be part of a diverse team where your voice matters, your growth is nurtured, and collaboration thrives across all departments.
  • We are currently seeking a Gardener full-time to join our Horticulture department.
  • We are looking for passionate plant people who have the willingness to learn and grow with the Zoo.
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