Gardener Jobs in Highlands, NJ

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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John Mini Distinctive Landscapes

Gardener

The Gardener candidate will have: At least 2 years of experience with landscape tasks: plant installation and service, lawn care, pest control, fertilization, edging, tree/shrub pruning and shearing...

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Seasonal Gardener

  • StuyTown Property Services
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Maintain a healthy community by performing general horticulture duties (planting, watering, weeding and mulching). Help expedite large jobs and get stuff done!...

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Seasonal Gardener - midtown district

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

experienced and detail-oriented Gardener to perform routine maintenance planting, pruning, and ongoing care of the beautiful urn displays located in the midtown manhattan grand central district This...

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Greenskeeper - Knob Hill Golf Club

  • Troon
  • Englishtown, NJ (22 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Englishtown, NJ (22 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

Essential Duties: Performs general landscape maintenance using riding and hand held equipment. Rakes and maintains sand bunkers....

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Ecozone Gardener

  • Prospect Park Alliance
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

by the Landscape Management team....

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Seasonal Gardener, Parker Towers

  • StuyTown Property Services
  • Forest Hills, NY (21 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Forest Hills, NY (21 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Seasonal Porter/Groundskeeeper FLSA Status: Non-exempt/Hourly Location: New York NY Worksite Status: Onsite Were Beam Living, a multi-family residential property management company that elevates,...

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Eco Zone Gardener

  • Prospect Park Alliance
  • Brooklyn, NY (18 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (18 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Management team....

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Greenskeeper

  • Troon
  • Clark, NJ (21 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Clark, NJ (21 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Compensation: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour BOE Key Responsibilities of the Greenskeeper: Performs general landscape maintenance using handheld equipment. Rakes and maintains sand bunkers....

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Camp Twelve Trails Nature & Gardening Specialist (Grow Specialist)

  • JCCs of North America
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Highlands, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

As a Nature & Gardening Specialist (Grow Specialist), we expect you to run informative, fun, and energetic programs for all ages in camp....

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Demographic Data for Highlands, NJ

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Salary for Gardener Jobs in Highlands, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Gardener positions.



Highest Education Level

Gardeners in Highlands, NJ 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 Highlands, NJ
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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