Horticulture Intern

The Horticulture Intern will work side-by-side the parks horticultural staff to care for and learn about our plant collections bay-friendly organic gardening methods and systems proper pruning techniques safe operation of irrigation systems grounds maintenance greenhouse propagation techniques and more.

This is an internship position for 15 weeks.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Planting and pruning flowers shrubs and trees;

Applying fertilizer as directed (familiarity with IPM a plus);

Blowing pathways and raking sandpits;

Lawn care : mowing edging aerating and applying compost / compost tea;

Irrigation : troubleshooting and repairing;

Weeding : manually with string trimmer or by spraying with horticultural vinegar.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

At least one (1) year of previous landscaping or maintenance experience preferably at a public park garden or golf course. Fine gardening or horticulture experience is a plus.

Basic landscaping concepts for mowing watering and applying fertilizers

Proper planting and pruning techniques for a variety of trees bushes and other plants;

Basic record keeping principles and practices;

Principles and practices of effective customer service;

Principles and practices of on-the-job safety and use of personal protective equipment

Ability to use hand tools required for landscaping.

Knowledge of landscaping techniques and processes.

Excellent time management skills.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Possess a clear background history with no barriers to working with Childrens Fairyland

Possess current valid California Drivers License with an insurable driving record

Personal Attributes / Values

People-orientation- able to interact effectively politely and productively with all types of people from all types of backgrounds and experience and in all types of situations. Comfortable working with non-English speaking and culturally diverse stakeholders

Professional maturity to manage composure during stressful interactions

Energetic diplomatic adaptable and with a good sense of humor.

Passionate about the mission vision and goals of Fairyland and possess an understanding of how this position contributes to the organizations success.

Strong work ethic with an orientation toward process improvement.

Impeccable integrity and honesty

Physical Requirements

This position is primarily located in an outdoor environment. Able to perform the following duties with or without accommodation :

Stand sit kneel walk bend and perform repetitive motions for the duration of up to an eight (8) hour shift

Traverse safely over uneven terrain throughout the entirety of the 10-acre amusement park

Safely lift manipulate and transport items of up to 50 lbs.

Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.

Respond quickly to sounds

See and respond quickly to situations

Operate two-radio for communications with park personnel

Work in outdoor occasionally adverse seasonal weather conditions for 100% of shift

Ability to dig drainage / planting trenches in our native clay soil

Ability to operate heavy machinery such as turf equipment

Ability to work on weekends and holidays

Proven track record of punctuality and attendance

Ability to meet Fairylands current COVID-19 Requirements

Ability to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to start of employment;

Benefits & Compensation

This is a part-time internship non-exempt position not to exceed 16 hours per week. The rate of pay is $19.95 per hour. After an introductory period team members get the following benefits :

• Family membership to Fairyland or up to six guest passes annually
• Ability to participate 401k plan savings plan
• Employer Assistance Program
• Paid Sick Leave accrues on 1st day and eligible for use after 90 days

How to join Team Fairyland

To apply for a position with Fairyland please complete the application here. Due to the size of our operations we are unable to take phone inquiries about positions.

Childrens Fairyland fully and actively supports equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. Our commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training. We see candidates with a demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusion community building and meaningful connection with a broad range of people and institutions.

About Fairyland

Featured in the Wall Street Journal s travel section on unique places to visit in Oakland and touted by BuzzFeed as The Most Amazing Place to take Kids in California Childrens Fairyland is the first storybook theme park in America! In 1950 a group of visionary Oaklanders partnered with the citys park superintendent and garnered support from enthusiastic citizens to build the outdoor 10-acre theme park on the shores of Lake Merritt in the heart of Oakland. Visited by Walt Disney as he was conceptualizing Disneyland Fairyland has inspired many other fairytale-themed parks across the United States. Over 220000 visitors enjoy Fairylands many activities and programs annually and through our outreach program free or reduced admission is offered to over 16000 children and families every year. Fairyland operates 362 of 365 days a year weather permitting.

Required Experience :

Intern

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1