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Trump Winery

Estate Gardener

Trump Winery, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904

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Trump Winery . Albemarle Estate at Trump Winery and surrounding properties is hiring a Gardener to join our growing team. The individual who assumes this position will complete a variety of tasks relating to all things horticulture. Since there is guest interaction, the individual in this role will need to exhibit adequate communication skills, and will always be expected to project a professional attitude. Given the nature of the position, work days/schedules may flex due to weather or other conditions, and may include weekends or overtime as needed. There is no centralized work site, so adequate transportation to various locations throughout 1200+ acre estate is required. If you are seeking a company that values its employees and strives for excellence in everything it does, apply now!

Location Trump Winery in Charlottesville, VA - 15 minutes south of Charlottesville city limits 20 minutes north of Scottsville.

Wage $18/hr to $21/hr - based on experience + excellent benefits

Hours Full-time - Monday thru Friday

Benefits

Employee medical, dental, and vision premiums paid 80%, dependents paid 40%

26 days paid time off (vacation, sick, and holiday)

401k after one year with up to 6% company match

Voluntary Life, AD&D, and Accident plans available

Employer paid Short Term Disability

Shoes reimbursement program

Generous discounts on food, wine, cider, and merchandise

Essential Duties

Complete tasks including but not limited to: weeding, watering, planting, sweeping, raking, snow removal, composting, edging,, pruning, transplanting, shrub bed renewal/installation/repair, mulching, seeding, exterior/interior plant care, propagation of plant material

Minimize and prevent deterioration of equipment, landscaped grounds, and infrastructure

Provide assistance as needed completing and collaborating on projects/tasks

Maintain greenhouses for vegetable gardening, perennial, and annual production

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of a variety of plants, plant materials, and grounds maintenance is a must

Degree in horticulture, or demonstrable experience in horticultural management, or trade certifications or work equivalent in related field

Must work well in an environment of changing priorities, be a quick learner, ability to multi-task, maintain a professional demeanor under pressure, ability to solve problems in a creative manner

Physically able to bend over, kneel, or stand for extended periods of time, lift, push, pull objects of up to 70 pounds in weight

Ability to work in all types of weather, from heat to wind to wet and cold

Must be a self-motivated, dedicated employee who has the ability to set priorities, work independently, follow directives with minimal supervision, is team-oriented, flexible, and hard working

Customer oriented, prompt, and friendly

Experience in the operation of basic landscaping tools and small machinery

Trump Vineyard Estates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other categories protected by federal, state, and local law. Trump Vineyard Estates participates in the E-Verify Program (Identity and Employment Eligibility Verification) and uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Este Empleador participa en E-Verify (Verificación de Documentos de Identidad y Elegibilidad de Empleo).

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