Gardener Jobs in Waddell, AZ

A Gardener in the landscaping industry is responsible for plant cultivation and maintenance, design and installation of plant structures, and overall landscape management. Their tasks may include planting, pruning, mowing, fertilizing, and implementing pest and disease control measures. Gardeners are also commonly involved in designing garden layouts, installing hardscape features, and overseeing landscape construction projects. More advanced Gardeners may take on additional roles like irrigation system management, tree surgery, and conservation tasks. They may work on residential, commercial, or public properties.

Important skills for a Gardener include a strong knowledge of plant care, pest management, and soil science. Physical stamina and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions are also necessary. Certification as a Professional Gardener or Landscape Technician can be beneficial, while an arborist certification or horticulture degree may be required for more specialized roles. Prior to becoming a Gardener, a person might gain experience in roles such as a Landscaping Laborer, Nursery Worker, or Horticulture Assistant.

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Greenskeeper

  • Glendale, AZ (13 miles from Waddell, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, AZ (13 miles from Waddell, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Club Location: Arrowhead Country Club - Glendale, AZ Arcis Golf team members thrive on anticipating needs, forging connections, and elevating experiences for our team, members, and guests. We are...

Greenskeeper

  • Sun City West, AZ (8 miles from Waddell, AZ)
  • 27 days ago
  • Sun City West, AZ (8 miles from Waddell, AZ)
  • 27 days ago

Maintenance and upkeep of assigned golf course to include mowing fairways, greens, tees, and roughs, raking and edging traps, and weed abatement....

Landscape Gardener

  • Phoenix, AZ (20 miles from Waddell, AZ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (20 miles from Waddell, AZ)
  • 28 days ago

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Greenskeeper I

  • Surprise, AZ (7 miles from Waddell, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Surprise, AZ (7 miles from Waddell, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago

Key Responsibilities of the Greenskeeper I: Performs general landscape maintenance using hand held equipment Rakes and maintains sand bunkers....

Greenskeeper

  • Peoria, AZ (9 miles from Waddell, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Peoria, AZ (9 miles from Waddell, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago

Key Responsibilities of the Greenskeeper I: Performs general landscape maintenance using hand held equipment Rakes and maintains sand bunkers....

Demographic Data for Waddell, AZ

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Salary for Gardener Jobs in Waddell, AZ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLandscaping research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Gardener positions.



Highest Education Level

Gardeners in Waddell, AZ offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.3%
Bachelor's Degree
30.1%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.9%
Master's Degree
6.9%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Gardeners in Waddell, AZ
1-2 years
39.9%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
None
17.0%
4-6 years
3.5%
10+ years
3.2%
2-4 years
0.8%


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