Mounts Botanical Garden - Gardener Groundskeeper
Full Time • Mounts Botanical Garden
inspiring & educating through nature
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Gardener/Groundskeeper
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
Status: Full-Time | 40 hours per week | Hourly, Non-Exempt
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
Status: Full-Time | 40 hours per week | Hourly, Non-Exempt
About Mounts Botanical Garden
Mounts Botanical Garden (MBG) is Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest public garden, featuring 20 acres of tropical and subtropical plants displayed in 25 unique themed gardens. Our mission is to inspire and educate through nature while creating beautiful, safe, and welcoming spaces for the community.
Position Overview
The Gardener/Groundskeeper is a vital member of the horticulture team, responsible for maintaining the Garden’s landscapes, supporting projects and events, and ensuring that MBG remains safe, healthy, and beautiful for guests. This role involves a variety of manual labor tasks and requires an individual who enjoys working outdoors, has strong attention to detail, and can work both independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities
Horticultural Maintenance
- Perform routine care such as weeding, pruning, planting, mulching, raking, deadheading, and invasive plant removal.
- Operate and maintain hand-held power tools and related equipment.
- Conduct preventative maintenance on assigned tools and machinery.
Groundskeeping & Property Care
- Ensure daily appearance and safety of the grounds before and after public hours.
- Unlock and secure gates, doors, and alarm systems; turn on/off water and electrical features.
- Work independently on weekends following supervisor’s shift schedules and task lists.
- Regularly remove trash and debris from garden areas and maintenance shop.
- Adhere to safety and security procedures for guests, staff, and volunteers.
- Contact emergency personnel when necessary and follow established communication channels.
Event & Project Support
- Assist with set-up and breakdown for events and special projects.
- Provide logistical support for Garden-wide operations as assigned.
Public & Team Interaction
- Interact courteously with visitors, volunteers, and staff in guest-access areas.
- Contribute to a positive workplace culture aligned with MBG’s mission.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of plants and their growing requirements.
- Basic mechanical skills and ability to perform manual labor safely.
- Ability to operate and maintain small power equipment.
- Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently.
- Effective communication and listening skills.
- Cultural awareness and ability to work effectively with diverse individuals.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Prior experience in landscaping, gardening, or groundskeeping preferred.
- Valid Florida driver’s license required to operate Garden vehicles.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements
- Outdoor work in varied weather conditions year-round.
- Frequent bending, stooping, climbing, and standing for extended periods.
- Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Exposure to chemicals, fumes, noise, and debris is expected.
- Must wear required branded Garden apparel (provided by MBG) and supply own base work clothing and protective footwear. Dressier attire may occasionally be required for events.
Schedule & Hours
- Full-Time | 40 hours per week.
- Standard schedule: Wednesday–Sunday, 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Occasional evenings and weekends required for events.
Conditions of Employment
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Employment contingent on satisfactory reference and background checks.
How to Apply
Send a resume or letter of interest to jmay@mounts.org or call 561-233-1751.
Visit https://www.mounts.org/careers/ to see the full job description.
Visit https://www.mounts.org/careers/ to see the full job description.
Equal Opportunity
The Friends of Mounts Botanical Garden is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are authorized to work in the U.S.
Compensation: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
With a mission to inspire and educate through nature and a history spanning more than 40 years, Mounts Botanical is Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden. Located behind Palm Beach International Airport, the Garden is a hidden gem. Visitors to this 20-acre tropical oasis will see an acclaimed collection of 25 display gardens containing more than 7,000 species of tropical and sub-tropical plants, including Florida native plants, exotic and tropical fruit trees, ornamentals, herbs, palms, roses, cactus, succulents, bromeliads and much more.
Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment without regard to race, creed, color, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals who are authorized to work in the United States, regardless of citizenship status.
Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment without regard to race, creed, color, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals who are authorized to work in the United States, regardless of citizenship status.
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