FWBG Groundskeeper

The minimum starting pay for this nonexempt position is $18/hr.

The Fort Worth Botanic Garden (FWBG) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to our Mission to explore the critically important world of plants collaborate to discover the role they play in our cultural and natural environments and engage people to conserve nature and improve the human employees enjoy a positive workplace culture that serves our community brings joy to children and families and demonstrates the core values of respect integrity collaboration and enthusiasm in our daytoday interactions with each other. All fulltime employees have access to outstanding medical benefits exceptional paid time off and flexible schedules.

As a Fort Worth Botanic Garden Groundskeeper you will have essential responsibilities that help maintain the gardens appearance health and visitor experience. This work supports horticulturists living collections and other staff in highlighting and preserving plant collections. Groundskeepers play a crucial role in ensuring that the garden remains beautiful and safe thereby enhancing the overall visitor experience. The duties require knowledge of plants soil equipment and safe landscaping practices.

Accountability

1. Responsible for maintaining assigned areas: mow trim edge and aerate lawns; prune shrubs and trees; remove dead and damaged plants; rake leaves mulch planting beds and keep paths and open areas clear of weeds and debris.
2. Areas of support for the horticulture team responsibilities include irrigation hardscape weeding pest and fertility management waste removal and seasonal preparations.
3. Ensure the success of dedicated events by maintaining the aesthetics safety and functionality of event spaces.

People Management/Interactions

1. Regularly collaborate with coworkers and volunteer teams and provide precise instructions for tasks like planting pruning or cleanup including demonstration of techniques when needed.
2. Collaborate closely with horticulturists managers and landscape designers to ensure outdoor spaces meet aesthetic and ecological goals.
3. Continuously improve knowledge through attending and participating in training workshops and seminars staff and organizational training and utilizing digital resources.
4. Demonstrate professionalism and the FWBG Core Values while engaging with guests interacting with coworkers and managers and managing conflict.

Communication

1. Encourage job feedback/suggestions from team members showing respect for their input.
2. Engage in all campus communication methods to stay informed and share information. This includes email MS Teams texts calls and newsletters. Communicate with others clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate personal understanding of oral and written instructions.

Competencies Knowledge and Skills required:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in landscaping or closely related field including maintenance and grounds keeping tasks.
• Knowledge of proper techniques and uses of a variety of hand and power tools and machinery with ability to use various tools assigned equipment and heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices including use of PPE.
• Physically able to perform strenuous manual labor tasks related to assigned responsibilities in Texas weather.
• Basic computer and mobile phone app skills for benefits enrollment time reporting and electronic communication.

Additional Job Requirements:

• Successfully pass a physical exam to assess whether the individual can perform the duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Be adaptable and flexible to changing schedules and willing to work weekends and evenings when necessary.
• Ability to support and participate in FWBG public exhibitions and events.

Reasonable accommodation can be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

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