Hedgewitch Horticulture LLC is a woman-owned and ecologically-focused fine gardening company operating primarily in Middlesex and Worcester county, Massachusetts. We collaborate with clients on maintenance, design and installation to create custom garden designs, tailored land care plans and targeted education and coaching. Our favorite projects include cut flower gardens, edible gardens filled with veggies, fruit and herbs, transforming lawn into biodiverse meadow, and onsite ecological storm water management. 

We are expanding our team of fine gardeners for metro Boston and west to Rt 495,  creating and caring for beautiful habitat gardens for people and the planet. We are looking for passionate individuals with a love of nature, a flexible and collaborative attitude, and an appreciation for physical  work. Most of all, we are looking for team members to invest in as they grow along with the company.  

Compensation is commensurate with experience $25-30/hour, plus sick pay accrual, 5 paid holidays, healthcare reimbursement and annual credit for workwear, plants and continuing education. The position is seasonal from April through November.  

Job Requirements

• Maintenance: Caring for edible, ornamental and habitat gardens to perform a variety of tasks including weeding, observation of pest, disease and invasive species pressure, mulching, pruning, and transplanting performed in accordance with our horticultural practices and with attention to detail. Onsite client communication, collaboration and record keeping requires access to and comfort with mobile technology.
• Installations: Support all aspects of design installations including transporting plants and materials to site, spreading compost and mulch, understanding and adhering to design documents, and planting efficiently and effectively. Maintaining a safe and tidy work site is expected.
• Administration: Prepare for work, record site observations and customer feedback and document daily work using our online systems including Google Calendar and Trello. Work directly with Site Leader to ensure work quality and efficiency.
• Customer service: Be the face of Hedgewitch on site and handle communications with clients with courtesy and professionalism.

Ideal Qualifications and Skills

• At least 1 year of experience in professional garden work with demonstrable proficiency in common horticultural tasks and plant identification.
• This job is physically demanding. Candidates must have the ability to perform challenging work in all weather conditions, including moving heavy objects on a regular basis (50 Lbs), and performing repetitive tasks safely. We work outside in the changing spirit of Massachusetts weather, showing up prepared for the day with adequate clothing, footwear, food and water is required. 
• The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a positive attitude and demonstrate a strong sense of personal responsibility. They will show a willingness to take direction as well as initiative and possess a thoughtful and patient demeanor. Detail-oriented, with a commitment to high quality work.
• Driver’s license and reliable vehicle required. Following a conditional offer of employment, Hedgewitch requires motor vehicle record checks on all candidates.