Fine Gardener/Container Specialist Job Description

Job Title: Fine Gardener/Container Specialist
Company: Artisan Land Care, a Division of Land Design Associates
Job Type: Part-time to Full-time, Seasonal (mid-March through mid-December)
Salary: Competitive, $22-28/hr. based on experience
Location: Cohasset/Hingham/Norwell, MA

About Us

The Fine Gardener/Container Specialist is a key role within Artisan Land Care, a Division of Land Design Associates. Our fast-growing team provides niche gardening services to a premium class of customers in the Cohasset/Hingham/Norwell area. Our company is known for the highest level of professionalism and expertise in creating and maintaining extraordinary properties on the South Shore. We are deeply committed to delivering exceptional plant care and garden design, and we take pride in building lasting relationships with the clients and communities we serve. Visit us at landdesignassociates.com to explore our work.

We are seeking a dedicated Fine Gardener/Container Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal Fine Gardener/Container Specialist shares our passion for landscapes and advanced plant care, and is eager to bring creativity and horticultural expertise to every property they touch. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build hands-on experience in high-end container gardening and landscape maintenance, with the chance to grow alongside a premium, fast-growing team. Our clients trust us to elevate their outdoor spaces, and the Fine Gardener/Container Specialist plays a central role in delivering on that promise season after season.

Responsibilities

As a Fine Gardener/Container Specialist, you will collaborate directly with our Lead Container Specialist to manage and maintain premium residential properties. Core responsibilities include:

-Planning, installing, and maintaining container gardens, planter arrangements, and landscape beds.

-Performing routine landscape upkeep such as watering, weeding, soil care, and general maintenance.

-Providing comprehensive gardening care for landscapes, including weeding, pruning, and plant bed amendments to promote plant health.

-Communicating with clients, offering exceptional customer service and building strong relationships.

-Working closely with the Lead Container Specialist and clients to achieve desired garden aesthetics at every property.

-Proactively presenting new opportunities for business (enhancements) to clients.

-Coordinating and managing plant orders and deliveries for annuals, seasonal containers, and decorating.

-Reconciling plants after enhancement projects are completed, tracking materials with the mobile app (Aspire) while on site and submitting these to the Business Administrator for billing.

-Safely operating landscaping equipment, irrigation systems, and hand/power tools, or demonstrating a willingness to learn.

-Coordinating and organizing with the team on larger projects when additional support may be required.

-Staying current on seasonal trends in container design and plant selection to keep client properties fresh and visually appealing throughout the year.

-Helping train and mentor newer team members on proper planting techniques and container maintenance as the team grows.

Qualifications

We welcome candidates with hands-on horticulture experience and a strong eye for garden design. Requirements include:

-1-3 years of experience in landscaping, horticulture, or container gardening.

-Strong knowledge of plants, soil management, fertilization, and pest control, or a willingness to learn.

-Physically fit and able to work outdoors in varied weather conditions, able to lift 30 lbs.

-Detail-oriented with excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

-Familiarity with landscape design principles is a plus.

-Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

-Basic computer competency.

-A hard worker who is ethical, efficient, self-motivated, friendly, and professional.

-A collaborative mindset and genuine enthusiasm for working closely with clients and teammates alike.

What We Offer

At Artisan Land Care, we believe in taking care of the people who help us do great work. Our team members enjoy:

-A stimulating work environment.

-Pay commensurate with experience ($22-28/hr., OT available, no weekends).

-A Profit Sharing Bonus Program.

-Health, Vision & Dental Insurance options.

-Paid vacations, holidays, and sick leave.

-401k (after 1 year of employment) with up to a 4% employer match.

-Educational & Training opportunities.

-Annual salary review.

If you’re a skilled, detail-oriented Fine Gardener/Container Specialist looking to bring your passion for plants and design to a team that values craftsmanship and client relationships, we’d love to hear from you. This is more than just a seasonal job. It’s an opportunity to grow your skills, build lasting client relationships, and be part of a company that genuinely values the people behind the work. Apply today and help our passionate, professional Fine Gardener/Container Specialist team grow in 2026.