Gardener Specialist

Do you have experience with gardening, horticulture, or plant and flower management? Are you looking for a new career with a GREAT company?DeHamer is looking for someone that fits our culture, is aligned with our values, and is an experienced gardener with a deep knowledge of plants, horticulture practices, and sustainable techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a creative eye for design. They will be responsible for maintaining the health and beauty of gardens, and ensuring that they thrive in West Michigan's unique climate and conditions. At DeHamer Landscaping we believe that people matter, as reflected in our Mission [What we do], our Vision [our Why] and our Values [Who we are becoming]. We hold firm that these are a crucial part of day-to-day work and hold us accountable for where we are headed!MISSION: Enhancing the lives of our team to serve our customers with excellence.VISION: Empower everyone we meet to build better lives to reflect God's beauty throughout the world.VALUES:Desire to be greatExcellent AttitudeHardworkingAttention to DetailMotivatedExceptional Customer ServiceDo The Right Thing Every timePosition SummaryThe Garden Specialist is responsible for maintaining and enhancing residential and commercial properties through expert horticultural care and hands-on leadership. This role leads a small gardening team and focuses on detailed plant care, seasonal color, pruning, and garden bed presentation.The Garden Specialist ensures properties are maintained at the highest aesthetic standard by applying horticultural best practices, monitoring plant health, and directing seasonal tasks. This position is ideal for a knowledgeable, detail-driven professional with a passion for beautiful landscapes and refined garden maintenance.Key ResponsibilitiesGarden Leadership & Team OversightLead and direct a small gardening team on daily routesAssign and oversee seasonal tasks to ensure efficiency and qualityTrain team members on proper horticultural techniques and attention to detailSet the standard for workmanship, cleanliness, and professionalism on-siteFine Gardening & Horticultural CarePerform and oversee detailed garden maintenance including:Deadheading perennials and annuals according to seasonPruning shrubs and ornamental trees using proper techniques and timingSeasonal color planting and rotation (annuals, bulbs, containers)Installation and maintenance of focal points in garden bedsMaintain crisp, weed-free, and well-defined landscape bedsEnsure proper mulching, edging, and bed presentationPlant Health & Integrated Pest ManagementMonitor landscapes for pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies, and stressIdentify issues early and recommend appropriate treatmentsCoordinate or perform pest and disease control following best practicesAdjust care based on weather, soil conditions, and plant requirementsProperty Presentation & Client ExperienceMaintain high-end properties to premium aesthetic standardsInspect gardens regularly and proactively address issuesCommunicate professionally with property owners or managers as neededRepresent the company with professionalism, courtesy, and pridePlanning, Reporting & Quality ControlPlan seasonal horticultural tasks and planting schedulesTrack plant performance and recommend improvements or replacementsCommunicate progress, concerns, and needs to managementMaintain organized, clean job sites and equipmentRequired Qualifications2+ years of hands-on horticulture, fine gardening, or landscape maintenance experienceProven experience pruning shrubs and ornamental treesStrong knowledge of plant care, seasonal timing, and garden aestheticsExperience leading or mentoring a small teamAbility to identify common pests, diseases, and plant health issuesStrong attention to detail and pride in craftsmanshipAbility to work independently and make informed decisionsValid driver's license with a clean driving recordSkills & AbilitiesExpert-level plant knowledge and pruning techniquesStrong leadership and coaching skillsArtistic eye for design, balance, and focal pointsExcellent time management and organizational skillsProfessional client-facing communicationProblem-solving and proactive planningWork Environment & Physical RequirementsOutdoor work in varying weather conditionsPhysical activity including walking, bending, kneeling, pruning, and liftingAbility to lift up to 50 lbsComfortable working with hand tools, power pruners, and laddersBenefits:Competitive pay based on experienceWeekly payDeHamer Events and GearGreat CultureFast learners are promoted quicklyOvertime available.DeHamer Landscaping [Company] Hiring Terms and Conditions: Applications must be completed via our website at . Applications are active/valid for 30 days. After 30 days, the applicant must reapply in person or via our website: . It is the responsibility of the applicant to keep track of the time schedule for applications. The Company will not notify you of an application's expiration. For your information: We base our hiring decisions on a variety of factors, including skills and ability to perform the job, prior employment with us, employment references as to character and willingness to work, willingness to accept the offered salary, and personal interviews. Further, our need to hire may change without notice as business conditions change. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by law. By Submitting an Application I agree to the following: I authorize the Company to make any necessary investigations into my personal history and authorize any former employer, educational institution, law enforcement agency, government agency, financial institution, or other person having personal knowledge about me to supply the Company or its authorized representative with any information concerning my background. I release from liability and hold harmless any individual or agency supplying this information to the Company or its authorized representative. I answered every question on the application completely, truthfully, and correctly. I understand that the application is not an offer, promise, or contract of employment, either expressed or implied. My employment would be "at-will" and could be terminated by either the Company or me at any time, with or without notice or reason. I understand that I may be required to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and motor vehicle record check, and if hired, I will be subject to the Company's drug and alcohol testing policy during my employment. The information contained in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that, if offered a position, any false or inaccurate information or misrepresentation of fact or omission of information requested as stated or implied, given in my application, interview(s), or any other employment form may be sufficient reason not to hire me and maybe the reason for dismissal. I understand that, if hired, I will be required to provide documentation of both my identity and employment eligibility in the United States in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. I understand, that, if hired, my employment will be subject to various guidelines, rules, and regulations of the Company as stated in the Employee Handbook, any policy and procedure manual, or other communications to employees. I further understand that the Company's policies and procedures are subject to modification without notice. DeHamer Landscaping is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any individual in any phase of employment in accordance with the requirements of local, state, and federal law. The Company also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Michigan Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act, and applicable local, state, and federal law. Under Michigan law, if you need accommodation, you must notify the Human Resources office in writing within 182 days after you knew or reasonably should have known of the need. Failure to notify Human Resources in a timely manner may result in the loss of legal rights under Michigan law. I agree that any lawsuit or claim against the Company arising out of my employment or termination of employment (including, but not limited to, claims arising under state, federal, or local civil rights laws) must be brought within the following time limits or be forever barred: (a) for lawsuits or claims requiring a Notice of Right to Sue from the EEOC, within 90 days after the EEOC issues that Notice; or (b) for all other lawsuits and claims, within (i) 180 days of the event(s) giving rise to the claim, or (ii) the time limit specified by statute, whichever is shorter. I waive any statute of limitations that exceeds this time limit. MY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF THE APPLICATION CERTIFIES THAT I HAVE READ AND AGREE WITH THE TERMS OF HIRE.

Created: 2026-04-02