JOBS

The Morton Arboretum is seeking a grounds crew aide to support the Display Horticulture crew. Grounds Crew Aides at The Morton Arboretum have many diverse responsibilities that span across different work areas in the Collections & Horticulture Department. As a member of the Display Horticulture Crew, a high level of plant maintenance is required. You will assist the full-time horticulture staff with planting of annuals, perennials, bulbs, trees, and shrubs in high visitation/public areas, gardens, and landscapes. Hiring rate is $20.00/hour. This position is also eligible for a competitive benefits package.

• Duties will be assigned according to current projects in progress. Work may involve some of the following tasks:
  • planting, dividing, and transplanting trees, shrubs, groundcovers, and herbaceous plants
  • weeding, mulching, and watering
  • cultivating and fertilizing
  • arboricultural work, including removal of dead wood, structural pruning, and the removal of dead or declining plants
  • hedge trimming
  • edging beds, brush cutting
  • removing litter, twigs, leaves, and other material from assigned and adjacent areas
  • chipping brush by operating a brush chipping machine
  • invasive species surveillance and control
  • monitoring and controlling threatening insects, diseases, and nuisance animals
• Learn, understand, and demonstrate the ability to safely operate and maintain tools and equipment used in daily work. This may include safely and properly using and mixing pesticides.
• May assist in preparing and maintaining garden or collection for special events, exhibitions, and other large-scale grounds projects.
• Demonstrate alignment with the Arboretum’s employee core values.