The Hay, Honey Farm is a privately owned arboretum/garden in Bernardsville, New Jersey. The property features about twelve acres of gardens, which hold collections of Rhododendron, maple, oak, holly, dwarf conifers, as well as perennial borders and a vegetable garden. The remaining property is comprised of woodlots, hay fields, riparian buffers, and conservation lands. We currently have a full-time, year-round position available for a dependable, self-motivated individual. The Horticulturist & Natural Lands Gardener works in both the garden and natural lands and completes a team of five. The work is diverse and encompasses all aspects of large property management, caring for turf, trees, shrubs, perennials, and areas under restoration. Daily work includes invasive species control, including the timely application of herbicides, turf and trail mowing, tractor work, arboriculture & firewood production, tree & plug planting, pruning of woody and herbaceous plants, conservation seedings, mulching, weeding, watering, composting, and more. This is a year-round 40-hour per week salaried position in a positive work environment.  Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Applicant must have a working knowledge of common landscape plants and invasive species. Two years experience preferred.
• Ability to apply herbicides, operate mowers (including zero turn), tiller, chipper, shredder, compact utility tractors, string trimmers, chain saws, 4WD truck. Experience with PTO tractor implements a plus.
• Able to work independently, communicate effectively and take instruction & responsibility for completion of tasks in a timely manner. Maintain a quick but neat and detail- oriented work habit and the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Able to work outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions.
• Hold a clean, valid driver’s license.
• To apply please send a cover letter and resume to Hilary at thehayhoneyfarm@gmail.com