Gardener Jobs in El Cajon, CA

A Gardener in the landscaping industry is responsible for plant cultivation and maintenance, design and installation of plant structures, and overall landscape management. Their tasks may include planting, pruning, mowing, fertilizing, and implementing pest and disease control measures. Gardeners are also commonly involved in designing garden layouts, installing hardscape features, and overseeing landscape construction projects. More advanced Gardeners may take on additional roles like irrigation system management, tree surgery, and conservation tasks. They may work on residential, commercial, or public properties.

Important skills for a Gardener include a strong knowledge of plant care, pest management, and soil science. Physical stamina and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions are also necessary. Certification as a Professional Gardener or Landscape Technician can be beneficial, while an arborist certification or horticulture degree may be required for more specialized roles. Prior to becoming a Gardener, a person might gain experience in roles such as a Landscaping Laborer, Nursery Worker, or Horticulture Assistant.

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MWR Motor Vehicle Operator (Greenskeeper)

  • NAVBASE Coronado San Diego
  • Coronado, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Coronado, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 4 days ago

MWR Motor Vehicle Operor (Greenskeeper) Department of the Navy Commander, Navy Installions Command CNRSW Naval Base Coronado N923 Summary This position is loced in the Morale, Welfare and Recreion...

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Greenskeeper

  • Accor
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Rate of Pay: $21.09/hour USD Job Description Performs routine labor and operates light motorized equipment involved in daily golf course and landscape maintenance and construction; and performs related...

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Greenskeeper II

  • Sycuan Gaming Center
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 28 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 28 days ago

Skills and Knowledge:Essential: Ability to effectively operate specialized golf course equipment like greens mowers, tee mowers, fairway mowers, rollers, blowers and sand rakes.Ability to operate weed...

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Greenskeeper I

  • Sycuan Gaming Center
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 28 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 28 days ago

, trees and ground cover by conditioning and preparing the soil, planting seeds, seedlings or bulbs, caring for ornamental plants and flowers, shrubs, and trees, watering and pruning plants and trees...

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Gardener vacancy in San-Diego USA

  • The Au Pairs. Co
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Fresher and Experienced Staffs needed at The Au Pairs (AU PAIR FAMILY). Apply within. URGENT HIRING DOMESTIC WORKERS NEEDED BOUND TO CANADA/USA 18-67 years CHEF SECURITY HOUSEKEEPER CLEANER.......

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Landscape Gardener

  • Bemus Landscape
  • Santee, CA (10 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Santee, CA (10 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities Gardeners conduct weekly Jobsite landscape maintenance....

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Gardener

  • Stay Green
  • Chula Vista, CA (15 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (15 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

The Gardener must also be able to begin learning aesthetic and safety pruning of trees and plants....

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Gardener 1

  • University of San Diego
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

, mowing, trimming, weeding, irrigation and fertilizing....

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Demographic Data for El Cajon, CA

Moving to El Cajon, CA? Find some basic demographic data about El Cajon, CA below.

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Gardener Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Garden Design Fundamentals
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Salary for Gardener Jobs in El Cajon, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Gardener positions.

Highest Education Level

Gardeners in El Cajon, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
31.1%
Bachelor's Degree
30.6%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
7.3%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Gardeners in El Cajon, CA
1-2 years
39.9%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
None
17.0%
4-6 years
3.5%
10+ years
3.2%
2-4 years
0.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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