Being a full time (40 hr./week – year-round) Gardener at the Zoo’s White River Gardens requires an energetic, motivated gardening/landscaping expert who thrives on physically demanding work and prefers working outside.
Our horticulture team maintains the landscaping and exhibits throughout our 64-acre campus, including management of White River Gardens and cultivation of plants in our majestic glass conservatory. The team also assists with clearing snow from Zoo grounds. Being part of this team requires physical stamina, excellent interpersonal skills, a positive outlook, with the ability to work independently and productively.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the Zoo’s plant collection which features numerous species of trees, shrubs and perennials. Responsibilities include all aspects of grounds maintenance from weeding and watering to design and installation. Experience with irrigation systems, pest management, plant identification and power equipment are a strongly preferred.
Position requirements:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, limited criminal history check, and a BMV check.
The Zoo offers a competitive benefit package (medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 403b; Paid Time Off; paid holidays). Compensation is commensurate with experience. Please include compensation requirements on application.
Candidates must apply online. ONLY ON-LINE APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED. Faxed, e-mailed, mailed, and dropped off applications are not accepted, and will not be considered.
A cover letter and résumé may be attached to the online application. In the “Position Desired” section of the application, please enter “Gardener.”
To help ensure receipt of your online application, we recommend applicants use a computer running Windows XP or higher, with at least Internet Explorer 8, Google Chrome, or Safari.
The Indianapolis Zoo is a Drug Free/Smoke Free/ Child Safe/ EOE Work Environment.
