NIGHT GARDENER - 3rd Shift presso Longwood Gardens

As one of the great gardens of the world located just 30 miles outside of Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens is rooted in a steadfast mission of bringing joy and inspiration to everyone through the beauty of nature, conservation, and learning. Across our many departments, each and every staff member creates the magic that makes our Gardens distinctive. Our team of dynamic professionals is what sets us apart, and our spirit of legacy, innovation, and opportunity is what guides us. While beauty is our heart, our people are our soul.  

We are seeking a full-time  Third Shift Night Gardener to join our Horticulture team. This role centers on providing critical oversight for the Horticulture team during “off-hours”.  Monitoring weather conditions and greenhouse environmental systems and making necessary adjustments is essential to seamless Horticulture operations and the overall success of Longwood’s Gardens.  Responsibilities include: 

• Monitoring weather conditions, greenhouse environmental systems, and physical plant conditions. 
• Coordinating and adjusting environmental controls and physical systems to reduce risk and maintain optimal growing conditions. 
• Responding to alerts and environmental changes with urgency and sound judgment. 
• Conducting routine inspections of all greenhouse and conservatory spaces. 
• Communicating effectively across the Night Gardener team and other teams to ensure continuity of care and operations. 
• Completing nightly duty reports, following and continually refining SOPs to improve processes. 
• Supporting the Conservatory team by composting, pressure washing, and other seasonal responsibilities, as needed. 
• Supporting the Events team with facilitating lighting requests, escorting contractors to and from events, etc.
• Receiving overnight deliveries.
• Supporting Horticulture projects during shift overlaps 

We are seeking a self-motivated and proactive individual. The ideal candidate will possess:  

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in at least two of the following areas: 
  • Greenhouse management and control systems 
  • Environmental monitoring systems 
  • Automated or non-automated security monitoring 
  • Mechanical trades 
• Demonstrated critical thinking and sound decision-making skills. 
• Strong written and oral communication skills. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products. 
• Experience with Argus environmental controls and TMA work order systems preferred. 
• A valid driver’s license is required. 
• A willingness to obtain a DOT physical qualification card  and  forklift certification. 
• Prior third shift work experience preferred
• Ability to work weekend and holiday work is required. 
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and indoors in hot and cold conditions.  

Longwood Gardens is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment that celebrates the complexities and differences of all living things. We welcome and respect diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. Diversity creates a more beautiful world, sparks innovation, and unites us.