Salary: 43,364 / Yearly	Location: Bronx, NY
Type: Full-Time	Zip Code: 10458

Under supervision, assists and performs tasks such as planting, cultivating and caring for trees, flowers, plants, shrubs and other flora. Performs dig ups, balls, burlaps and transplants trees and shrubs; pots flowers and plants. Propagates plant life and prepares soil and seedbeds, which can include grading, weeding, mulching and mowing lawns. Fertilizes and waters soil. Operates and cares for hand and power gardening tools and equipment; reports need for repairs and replacements. Drives vehicles and operates motorized equipment. Must have (1)Two years of full-time experience in gardening work including experience in planting, cultivating and caring for trees, plants, shrubs, and lawns; or (2)Thirty credits in horticulture, agriculture or related field from an accredited college and one year of experience as described in ?1? above; or (3) A certificate from a recognized horticultural or botanical program; and one year of full-time experience as described in ?1? above; or (4)Education and/or experience equivalent to ?1?, ?2? or ?3? above. However, candidates must have at least one year of full-time experience as described in ?1? above. Licenses: (1) A Motor Vehicle Operator?s License valid in the State of New York at time of appointment. (2) A Commercial Pesticide Applicator-Category 3A License issued by the State of New York Department of Environmental Conservation at time of appointment or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. Excellent benefits package including 3 wks vacation. Salary: $43,364/yr. Please send resume and cover letter to: Human Resources Representative-H-1480. The New York Botanical Garden 200th Street and Kazimiroff Blvd Bronx, N.Y. 10458-5126 Fax: (718) 817-8977 EOE/M/F/D/V Application Deadline: October 24, 2008.

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