Horticulture Laborer at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens

Muncie, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Aug, 26

Salary

12.0

Posted On

30 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mulching, Weeding, Planting, Pruning, Deadheading, Landscaping Equipment Operation, Manual Transmission Driving, Grounds Maintenance, Teamwork, Visitor Interaction

Industry

Museums;Historical Sites;and Zoos

Description

MINNETRISTA MUSEUM & GARDENS Job Title: Horticulture Laborer Department: Horticulture Supervisor: Director of Horticulture Location: 216 St. Joseph FLSA Status: Non-exempt, Part-time Seasonal Organizational Function: Front Line Staff PURPOSE: Perform physically demanding labor to maintain the gardens and horticultural areas at Minnetrista. This includes heavy lifting, mulching, weeding, planting, and other routine grounds maintenance. Support the horticulture team in accomplishing daily and weekly assignments while ensuring a welcoming and positive visitor and volunteer experience. QUALIFICATIONS: * High school diploma or equivalent required; additional courses in horticulture or related fields preferred. * General knowledge of horticulture or natural resources preferred. * Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including heavy lifting, extended periods of standing, bending, and working outdoors in various weather conditions. * Strong work ethic, teamwork skills, and ability to follow instructions. * Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a manual transmission vehicle around the grounds. To be successful in this position, an individual must be aligned with Minnetrista’s cultural values and visitor-centric focus. The incumbent ensures effective working relationships by cultivating and maintaining professional credibility with all staff, administration, and volunteers. The individual demonstrates maturity, sound judgment, and a positive attitude while working collaboratively with peers and colleagues throughout the organization and community. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Minnetrista’s culture is team-oriented and collaborative. To that end, all position responsibilities include the following three performance expectations & priorities: 1. Achieve the organization’s purpose by demonstrating Minnetrista’s vision, values, mission, goals, and strategies daily. 2. Help others achieve the organization’s purpose through collaboration and teamwork. 3. Carry out job functions by completing the following essential duties directly: JOB DUTIES: * Perform manual labor tasks such as mulching, weeding, raking, digging, and planting. * Load, transport, and distribute materials such as soil, mulch, and plants. * Use hand tools and basic landscaping equipment safely and effectively. * Assist in the care of gardens and natural areas, including watering, pruning, and deadheading plants. * Maintain clean and organized work areas, including proper storage of tools and materials. * Greet and interact with visitors in a professional manner, answering basic horticulture-related questions. * Follow and maintain current knowledge of safe gardening measures, utilizing appropriate safety gear and equipment. * Perform all other duties required. WORK ENVIRONMENT: * Work outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain. Perform physically strenuous activities, including standing, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, pushing, pulling, carrying, reaching, crawling, and crouching at any given time. Lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Move about a 40-acre main campus. Work hours require flexibility, including occasional evenings and weekends. A valid driver’s license is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Minnetrista values diversity and inclusivity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Revised 02/2025

Responsibilities

Perform physically demanding manual labor to maintain gardens and horticultural areas, including weeding, planting, and mulching. Support the horticulture team while providing a positive experience for visitors and volunteers.