Seasonal Contract Gardeners
JOB DESCRIPTION
COMPANY: SicanguCo’s Health Initiative
REPORT: Program Coordinator
POSITION: Seasonal Contract Gardeners
JOB SUMMARY: The Contract Gardeners will use SCDC gardening equipment to build 65 family gardens in the communities. This position will end June 30, 2024.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This is a labor heavy position that includes measuring, plowing, raking, shoveling, and weeding family gardens to prepare them for planting (families will do their own planting).
Meet with families to plan garden location and size.
Distribute educational gardening materials and supplies to families.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have reliable transportation to/from office.
Familiar with basic gardening tools and open to learning more.
Comfortable working outdoors.
Lift 25lbs+
Key characteristics of a strong applicant includes: strong work ethic, communication, patience, listening skills, problem-solving skills, and professional ethical and safety standards.
COMPENSATION:
This is a contract position. Contract Gardeners will work M-TH 8:00am to 2:30pm and be compensated $18 per hour with lunch provided.
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 30 per week
Schedule:
No weekends
Work Location: In person