Gardener Jobs in Oregon

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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Landscape Gardener

  • Eugene, OR
  • 9 hours ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 9 hours ago

Back to the Roots Landscaping is seeking help in landscape maintenance work. We are an established, medium sized landscape business, fully licensed and insured....

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Estate Gardener Wanted

  • Portland, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 1 day ago

Large park-like estate seeks experienced gardener for year round pruning and maintenance of extensive mature native plantings....

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Part-time gardener

  • Inavale Farm
  • Philomath, OR
  • 19 days ago
  • Philomath, OR
  • 19 days ago

garden Principals only....

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NWS-Assistant Gardener

  • Pacific University
  • Forest Grove, OR
  • 20 days ago
  • Forest Grove, OR
  • 20 days ago

Tasks within the garden spaces would include watering, weeding, planting, mowing, giving tours, using a wheelbarrow, digging and irrigation maintenance....

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Garden Designer / Assistant / Native Plant Wizard Wanted

  • Portland, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Hours: ~20 hrs/week a few days a week, Mon-Fri, mostly between 10 AM and 4 PM I'm looking for a garden expert who can guide me through the steps of planting, mulching, and, most importantly, designing...

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Golf Course Greenskeeper I

  • Brasada
  • Powell Butte, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Powell Butte, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Love What You Do, Everyday. Picture this: Going to work and stepping into 1800 acres of natural beauty, amid the rolling hills and rugged high desert of Central Oregon. Each day, you're surrounded...

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Golf Course Greenskeeper II

  • Brasada
  • Powell Butte, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Powell Butte, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Love What You Do, Everyday. Picture this: Going to work and stepping into 1800 acres of natural beauty, amid the rolling hills and rugged high desert of Central Oregon. Each day, you're surrounded...

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Greenskeeper

  • Black Butte Ranch
  • Sisters, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sisters, OR
  • 30+ days ago

About Black Butte Ranch Black Butte Ranch is a destination resort in Central Oregon, surrounded by Cascade mountain views, Ponderosa pines, and a strong sense of community. Set across 1,800 acres,...

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Greenskeeper - Full Time

  • Soul Community Planet
  • Gleneden Beach, OR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Gleneden Beach, OR
  • 45+ days ago

Description Greenskeeper - Salishan Coastal Lodge We are looking for a golf course greenskeeper to help maintain the landscaping of our award-winning golf course and coastal lodge.This individual...

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Greenskeeper I

  • Troon
  • Redmond, OR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Redmond, OR
  • 45+ days ago

Key Responsibilities of the Greenskeeper I: Performs general landscape maintenance using hand held equipment Rakes and maintains sand bunkers....

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Seasonal Gardener / Horticulturist

  • McMenamins
  • Troutdale, OR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Troutdale, OR
  • 45+ days ago

The tasks needed to achieve this will include; hand weeding, watering, planting, transplanting, mulching, edging garden beds, pruning, shearing, dead heading herbaceous and woody plants, cultivation...

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Greenskeeper II

  • Troon
  • Redmond, OR
  • 60+ days ago
  • Redmond, OR
  • 60+ days ago

We're hiring a Greenskeeper II at Eagle Crest Golf Resort! At Troon, we believe our Associates are our greatest strength and competitive advantage. Whether you have a specialized trade or possess...

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Greenskeeper

  • Troon
  • Bend, OR
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bend, OR
  • 90+ days ago

Involved in course detail tasks: weed and debris clean-up, poa eradication, edge cart paths/tees, etc. Chemical applications: hose handler or sprayer....

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Demographic Data for Oregon

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Salary for Gardener Jobs in Oregon

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 Oregon 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 Oregon
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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