• General maintenance of Museum’s living collection including pruning, watering and fertilizing.

• Transporting plants between the Museum courtyard and Hingham greenhouses.

• Museum Courtyard maintenance to include pruning, watering, fertilizing and removing plants.

• Upkeep and maintenance of the greenhouses and greenhouse work areas.

• Application of OMRI-listed pesticides and fungicides, in addition to releases of beneficial insects.

• Recording greenhouse activities and IPM records.

• May be called upon to assist with educational groups and/or tours.

• General research on horticultural techniques.

Other duties as directed by the Director of Horticulture.

• 2+ years’ experience in horticulture in greenhouses, farms or gardens.

• Curiosity, willingness to ask questions and eagerness to learn.

• Ability to clearly communicate with colleagues to share observations.

• Ability to work independently within a small team and take initiative towards shared priorities.

• Ability to use judgment in interpreting and following written and verbal instructions.

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. or to assist another person in moving plants and supplies up to 100 lbs.

• Ability to handle physical requirements that include moving hoses, standing for long periods, and working in hot