Gardener

Commercial & Government Contracts•Key West, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We invite applicants eligible for the AbilityOne Program to Apply. The AbilityOne Program is a federal initiative that offers employment opportunities and services to adults who have disabilities. Take a glimpse into why CW might be the right place for you: https://tinyurl.com/9yc7h8um Location: Key West Naval Base Shift: 7:00am to 3:30pm If you enjoy working outside and staying active, this job is for you. We’re looking for reliable people to join our Gardener team! As a Gardener , you’ll help maintain beautiful outdoor spaces by performing a variety of landscaping and groundskeeping tasks. You’ll also complete daily equipment checks to ensure safe and proper operation.

Requirements

Minimum of (1) one-year commercial landscape experience.
Follows safety rules and wears proper protective gear at all times.
Basic understanding of Plant ID.
Basic hand pruning skills.
Works well with others and listens to instructions.
Takes pride in doing quality work and getting it right the first time.
Open to learning new tasks and improving skills.
Brings a positive attitude and shows up ready to contribute.
This role requires passing a security clearance and maintaining it throughout your employment.
Must be able to lift and carry landscaping materials and chemical equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Requires long periods of standing, walking, bending, and performing repetitive movements, often across uneven or sloped terrain.
Involves manual dexterity and steady hands for mixing chemicals, calibrating sprayers, and applying treatments with precision.
Visual acuity is essential for reading labels, diagnosing pest issues, and identifying plant health concerns.
May require climbing ladders, reaching overhead branches, or accessing confined outdoor spaces.
Work is conducted outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, humidity, and precipitation.
Exposure to airborne particles, odors, fumes, chemical residue, and biohazards such as mold or animal waste is common.
Regular contact with pest control products demands careful handling and strict adherence to safety protocols.
Encounters with insects, rodents, and other wildlife may occur during inspections and treatments.
Requires use of powered equipment that produces noise and vibration; personal protective equipment must be worn at all times.

Responsibilities

Hedge trimming and weed removal
Maintaining landscape beds
Mowing, raking, edging, weeding, and shearing
Hand pruning shrubs and small trees
Safely operating landscaping equipment
Spraying lawns, trees, and shrubs
Planting grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs
Watering gardens and lawn areas
Clearing drainage ditches and culverts
Operating tractors with equipment attachments
Check in with your supervisor and team to review assignments
Load tools and equipment needed for the day
Perform mowing, edging, trimming, and detailed landscaping work
Weed, prune, mulch, and plant seasonal flowers
Clean and finish each worksite by removing debris and blowing walkways
Report equipment or site issues to your crew leader
Return to the office, unload, clean, and prep for the next day

Benefits

Be part of a team that appreciates your hard work and helps you grow.
Get support from our Employee Wellness Coordinator.
Work outside in the fresh air and sunshine—no desk required.
See the difference you make every day by creating and maintaining beautiful landscapes.
Learn how to use professional landscaping tools and techniques.
Grow your career—many of our team members move up and take on new roles.
Stay active and fit while you work—who needs a gym when your job keeps you moving?
Insurance - Medical, Dental Vision - (Voluntary Benefit)
Telemedicine
Retirement Plan & Match Options
Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Paid Holidays & Vacation
Sick & Personal Time