Gardener Jobs in New York, NY

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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Greenskeeper

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • Eastchester, NY (17 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Eastchester, NY (17 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Ability to work in environments where exposure to allergens such as pollen and rag weed, insects such as bees and spiders and reptiles such as lizards and snakes....

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FAO Schwarz Toy Specialist - Garden State Plaza

  • Nordstrom
  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 days ago

The FAO Schwarz Toy Specialist is a role that blends high touch retail selling with dynamic, interactive experience facilitation. This role drives sales by delivering signature FAO experiences and...

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Seasonal Gardener

  • StuyTown Property Services
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 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
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 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

  • Troon
  • White Plains, NY (22 miles from New York, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (22 miles from New York, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Compensation: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour Key Responsibilities: Perform general landscape maintenance using handheld equipment Rake and maintain sand bunkers Operate small machinery to assist with edging...

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Operations Specialist (Garden State Plaza R117)

  • Apple
  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0731411 Job Title: Operations Specialist (Garden State Plaza R117) Company: Apple Location: Paramus, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not Provided...

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Technical Specialist (Garden State Plaza R117)

  • Apple
  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0731407 Job Title: Technical Specialist (Garden State Plaza R117) Company: Apple Location: Paramus, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not Provided...

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Specialist (Garden State Plaza R117)

  • Apple
  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (13 miles from New York, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0731402 Job Title: Specialist (Garden State Plaza R117) Company: Apple Location: Paramus, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not Provided Hours...

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Ecozone Gardener

  • Prospect Park Alliance
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago

by the Landscape Management team....

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Seasonal Gardener, Parker Towers

  • StuyTown Property Services
  • Forest Hills, NY (8 miles from New York, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Forest Hills, NY (8 miles from New York, NY)
  • 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 (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Management team....

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Camp Twelve Trails Nature & Gardening Specialist (Grow Specialist)

  • JCCs of North America
  • New York, NY
  • 60+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 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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Greenskeeper

  • Invited
  • Roslyn, NY (18 miles from New York, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Roslyn, NY (18 miles from New York, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Preferred Prior knowledge in landscape management, greenhouse operations, or groundskeeping maintenance preferred....

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Demographic Data for New York, NY

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Salary for Gardener Jobs in New York, NY

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 New York, NY 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 New York, NY
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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