Gardener Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Greenskeeper - Fulltime

  • McKeesport, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • McKeesport, PA
  • 3 days ago

BrightView Landscapes is Hiring a Greenskeeper in McKeesport, PA!** **???????**Are you passionate about maintaining pristine golf courses and lush landscapes? **Join BrightView Landscapes** as a...

gardener Wanted

  • White Mills, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • White Mills, PA
  • 5 days ago

un gardener Wanted (Hawley) private compensation: 20 per hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Experienced gardener Skilled flower and gardener needed, experienced care of flower...

Greenskeeper

  • Bedford, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bedford, PA
  • 6 days ago

Mulch and edge beds. Prepare beds for planting of materials. Pull weeds. Use hose to water plantings. HOTEL SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS: Participate in snow removal processes....

Greenskeeper

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 13 days ago

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

Gardener

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 14 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 14 days ago

and/or power-operated equipment.Care of ornamental plants in the landscape following appropriate horticultural practices (i.e., regular fertilization, pruning, mulching, weeding, and pest control,...

Gardener I/II

  • Swarthmore, PA
  • 14 days ago
  • Swarthmore, PA
  • 14 days ago

Gardener Level I Essential Responsibilities HORTICULTURAL TASKS (70%) Assists in maintaining the plant collections by performing timely planting, weeding, mulching, pruning, fertilizing, irrigating,...

Lead Landscape Gardener

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 17 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 17 days ago

General clean up, weeding, mulching, raking and edging within landscape beds. Cleans grounds, removes litter, leaf and debris removal. Assists with snow removal....

Greenskeeper II

  • Export, PA
  • 18 days ago
  • Export, PA
  • 18 days ago

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

Greenskeeper (Seasonal - Full-time)

  • McKeesport, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • McKeesport, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Description At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be...

Greenskeeper (Seasonal)

  • Bedford, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bedford, PA
  • 60+ days ago

Mulch and edge beds. Prepare beds for planting of materials. Pull weeds. Use hose to water plantings. HOTEL SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS: Participate in snow removal processes....

Greenskeeper (Seasonal - Part-time)

  • McKeesport, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • McKeesport, PA
  • 30+ days ago

At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be your...

Landscape Gardener

  • Erie, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 60+ days ago

Trims shrubs and cultivates gardens. Cleans grounds. Sprays trees and shrubs, and applies supplemental liquid and dry nutrients to lawn and trees. Digs trenches and installs drain tiles....

Landscape Gardener

  • Erie, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 60+ days ago

Trims shrubs and cultivates gardens. Cleans grounds. Sprays trees and shrubs, and applies supplemental liquid and dry nutrients to lawn and trees. Digs trenches and installs drain tiles....

Greenskeeper

  • Lewisburg, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lewisburg, PA
  • 60+ days ago

trees and shrubs, maintain flower beds, weed control, and leaf removal Fertilizes, prunes trees and shrubs; cut, roll, lay and water sod; install, and maintain sand bunkers Operate fairway mowers,...

Greenskeeper - Hershey Country Club

  • Hershey, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 90+ days ago

, and pruning* Keeping irrigation systems in proper working order* Completing all tasks as assigned, and exhibiting safe and productive work habits.* Performing other duties as assigned Qualifications...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Local
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Gardener Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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School gardens for future citizens
Help primary and secondary teachers from schools around the world to improve their skills in the design and management of school gardens. The objective of this course is to help primary and...
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The 3-Hour Garden #1 Establishing The Garden
In the 3-HOUR Garden online course #1 and #2, you can get to know Barnabas's gardening tricks of bio-intensive vegetable cultivation in the smallest details. Thanks to the format of the courses,...

Salary for Gardener Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.1%
Bachelor's Degree
30.3%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
6.8%
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 Pennsylvania
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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