Gardener Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Gardener - part time

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 hours ago

EAS is looking for an experienced gardener to join us on part time basis. 5-20 hrs per week, perfect for that person who knows plants and garden/landscape design but doesn't want the grind of a full...

Greenskeeper 2 - HCC

  • Hershey, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 2 days ago

Join the team at Hershey Country Club, a private, premier golf and recreation club. The club’s rich history of accolades, success, and chocolate combine to form a one-of-a-kind experience for...

Greenskeeper

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 2 days ago

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

Gardener

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago

and/or power-operated equipment.Care of ornamental plants in the landscape following appropriate horticultural practices (i.e., regular fertilization, pruning, mulching, weeding, and pest control,...

Gardener I/II

  • Swarthmore, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Swarthmore, PA
  • 3 days ago

Gardener Level I Essential Responsibilities HORTICULTURAL TASKS (70%) Assists in maintaining the plant collections by performing timely planting, weeding, mulching, pruning, fertilizing, irrigating,...

Greenskeeper-Interviewing

  • Loretto, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Loretto, PA
  • 4 days ago

Knowledge and experience in planting, cultivating, and pruning of ornamental plants, shrubs, trees, etc. Good interpersonal skills....

Part-Time Gardener Wanted

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 5 days ago

Must have gardening experience. Spraying, weeding, planting, etc. but no mowing. Must pass criminal background check. post id: ... [ ]...

Lead Landscape Gardener

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 6 days ago

General clean up, weeding, mulching, raking and edging within landscape beds. Cleans grounds, removes litter, leaf and debris removal. Assists with snow removal....

Greenskeeper II

  • Export, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Export, PA
  • 7 days ago

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

Landscape/Gardener - Summer only

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 16 days ago

Help maintain these gardens and lands with our Landscaping team!...

Greenskeeper (Seasonal - Full-time)

  • McKeesport, PA
  • 24 days ago
  • McKeesport, PA
  • 24 days ago

Description At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be...

Greenskeeper (Seasonal - Part-time)

  • McKeesport, PA
  • 25 days ago
  • McKeesport, PA
  • 25 days ago

At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be your...

House Keeper/Laundry/Gardener

  • Doylestown, PA
  • 26 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA
  • 26 days ago

House Keeper/Laundry/Gardener (Doylestown) compensation: $25.00/hour employment type: job title: Part Time Housekeeper Seeking Part Time Housekeeper to clean do Laundry and Weeding....

Landscape Gardener

  • Erie, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Trims shrubs and cultivates gardens. Cleans grounds. Sprays trees and shrubs, and applies supplemental liquid and dry nutrients to lawn and trees. Digs trenches and installs drain tiles....

Landscape Gardener

  • Erie, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Trims shrubs and cultivates gardens. Cleans grounds. Sprays trees and shrubs, and applies supplemental liquid and dry nutrients to lawn and trees. Digs trenches and installs drain tiles....

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Gardener Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Gardener Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.2%
Bachelor's Degree
30.3%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.9%
Master's Degree
6.8%
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 Pennsylvania
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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