Gardener Jobs in Moraga, 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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Gardener (Motor Vehicle Operator)

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 3 days ago

, pruning, plant material removal, landscape planning/design and basic groundskeeping duties....

Gardener (Motor Vehicle Operator)

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 6 days ago

This position serves as a Gardener (Motor Vehicle Operator) WG-5003-06 assigned to the Environmental Management Service, at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System (SFVAHCS)....

Gardener Lead (8096C) - 78650

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Perform weeding, cultivation, mulching, leaf and debris pick up....

Enrichment Specialist - Gardening

  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (17 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Position Summary The Enrichment Specialist - Gardening at Sutro Elementary supports learning throughout the school day and after-school program by leading garden-based enrichment activities....

Landscape Gardener

  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 20 days ago

What you will do in this role: The Landscape Gardener performs parks maintenance, gardening, weed abatement, and grounds keeping work in assigned areas, such as parks, traffic medians, open space, public...

Edible Maintenance Gardener

  • Lafayette, CA (3 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lafayette, CA (3 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Our team offers a unique and sophisticated approach, using both organic farming and fine gardening skills, for people who want help creating aesthetically designed, organic edible gardens....

Greenskeeper Part-Time

  • Concord, CA (9 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Concord, CA (9 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Occasional picking up leaves, trash, and cut grass and placing onto a truck or trailer Operating various vehicles used to perform daily bunker raking activities, including power raking and hand raking Mowing...

Landscape Maintenance Gardener - Level 1

  • Richmond, CA (17 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Richmond, CA (17 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

The Rubicon Maintenance Gardener works under the general supervision of the Maintenance Crew Leader, acting as the primary source of labor to perform various tasks related to the maintenance of the...

Greenskeeper Part-Time

  • Concord, CA (9 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Concord, CA (9 miles from Moraga, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Occasional picking up leaves, trash, and cut grass and placing onto a truck or trailer Operating various vehicles used to perform daily bunker raking activities, including power raking and hand raking Mowing...

Demographic Data for Moraga, CA

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Gardener Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Gardener Jobs in Moraga, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Gardener positions.



Highest Education Level

Gardeners in Moraga, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.0%
Bachelor's Degree
30.4%
Associate's Degree
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.9%
Master's Degree
6.9%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Gardeners in Moraga, 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%


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