Gardener Jobs in South Carolina

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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Golf Course Maintenance - Greenskeeper

  • Isle of Palms, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Isle of Palms, SC
  • 5 days ago

Essential job FUNCTIONS: Properly mows greens and tees Operates tractors, using specific attachments, to till, cultivate, and grade new turf areas Assists with landscaping; planting, cultivating, pruning...

Greenskeeper I

  • Salem, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Salem, SC
  • 5 days ago

JOB DUTIES: Operates golf course maintenance equipment to include mowers (walkers and riders), trimmers, edgers, weed eaters, blowers, etc....

Gardener wanted

  • Orangeburg, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Orangeburg, SC
  • 10 days ago

un Gardener wanted compensation: Negotiable Are you an avid gardener who needs more space to grow? Offering space to someone serious about cultivation....

Greenskeeper

  • Lancaster, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Lancaster, SC
  • 14 days ago

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

Turf Specialist

  • Columbia, SC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 45+ days ago

Participate in the operations of CF-LS and activities of the Mizzou Botanic Garden (MUBG). Perform other job-related duties as assigned....

Head Gardener

  • Kiawah Island, SC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kiawah Island, SC
  • 45+ days ago

Outlet/Location: Resort Landscaping Position: Head Gardener Department: West Beach Landscaping Salary/Hourly: Hourly/ Full-time Summary of Position: The Head Gardener will be responsible for overseeing...

Greenskeeper - Full-time

  • Bluffton, SC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bluffton, SC
  • 90+ days ago

Clean and apply mulch and or pine straw to beds. Understand the use of and utilize hand garden and landscape tools. Check and maintain fuel and fluid levels for all types of equipment daily....

Demographic Data for South Carolina

Moving to South Carolina? Find some basic demographic data about South Carolina below.


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Gardener Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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School gardens for future citizens
Help primary and secondary teachers from schools around the world to improve their skills in the design and management of school gardens. The objective of this course is to help primary and...
The 3-Hour Garden #1 Establishing The Garden
In the 3-HOUR Garden online course #1 and #2, you can get to know Barnabas's gardening tricks of bio-intensive vegetable cultivation in the smallest details. Thanks to the format of the courses,...
Yoga for gardeners
What you'll learn:How to stay as injury free as possible while gardeningHow the spiritual tenets or yamas of yoga- particularly Ahimsa /non-violence, Satya /being true to yourself, and...

Salary for Gardener Jobs in South Carolina

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 South Carolina 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 South Carolina
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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