Gardener Jobs in Acton, MA

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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Seasonal Gardener

  • National Park Service
  • Brookline, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookline, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected the display of a salary range on this vacancy...

In Person Temporary

Gardener/Handyman

  • North Reading, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • North Reading, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

un Gardener/Handyman (N....

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Gardener in Newton

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

un Gardener in Newton (Newton, MA) Ashmont near Dorchester Ave compensation: hourly rate $30 Hello, I need a gardener to cut my lawn. Willing to pay $30 an hour. Please call ... if you can help....

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Fine Gardener

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 22 days ago

un Fine Gardener compensation: $23 - $28 DOE employment type: job title: Fine Gardener Stone Ground Landscaping seeks a fine gardener to join our crew....

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Gardener (Must have Driver's License)

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Remove or plant grass, utilize garden tools including rakes, shovels, picks, etc. Utilize pruning and trimming equipment to maintain trees and shrubs....

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Seasonal Greenskeeper - Putterham Golf Course

  • Town of Brookline
  • Brookline, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brookline, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Town of Brookline is seeking Seasonal Greenskeepers to perform skilled manual and technical work related to the construction, care and maintenance of the municipal golf course grounds. The...

In Person Temporary

Gardener

  • Bemus Landscape
  • Belmont, MA (15 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Belmont, MA (15 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities: Landscape Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance tasks, including mowing, edging, weeding, and pruning....

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Seasonal Fine Gardener

  • The Trustees
  • North Andover, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • North Andover, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Specifically, youll: Employ your hands -on skills and technical expertise in routine horticulture tasks including planting, pruning, weeding, deadheading, staking, mulching, raking, edging, labeling...

In Person Temporary

Seasonal Gardener/Laborer - Parks

  • Town of Brookline
  • Chestnut Hill, MA (19 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chestnut Hill, MA (19 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

As a Seasonal Gardener/Laborer, youll perform a wide variety of tasks including: Mowing lawns and fields to maintain clean, inviting spaces Raking, weeding, and hedge trimming for the perfect manicured...

In Person Temporary

Program Specialist - Garden

  • Mass Audubon
  • Lincoln, MA (8 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lincoln, MA (8 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

out safe, educational activities related to garden program Develop plans for and manage large garden; coordinate with crops staff for camp projects in crops fields; guide camp groups on harvesting...

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Fine Gardener

  • The Trustees
  • North Andover, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • North Andover, MA (20 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Specifically, youll: The Fine Gardener will employ their hands-on skills and technical expertise in routine garden maintenance including planting, pruning, weeding, deadheading, staking, mulching, raking...

In Person Part Time

Demographic Data for Acton, MA

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Salary for Gardener Jobs in Acton, MA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLandscaping research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Gardener positions.



Highest Education Level

Gardeners in Acton, MA 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 Acton, MA
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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