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Central Garden & Pet

Lead Picker

Lockbourne, OH

$18.50 - $22.25/hr

CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief ... bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified ...

Central Garden & Pet

Lead Picker

Lockbourne, OH

$18.50 - $22.25/hr

CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief ... bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified ...

Central Garden & Pet

Lead Picker

Lockbourne, OH · On-site

$18.50 - $22.25/hr

CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief ... bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified ...

Central Garden & Pet

Resaw/Molder

Peebles, OH

$13.75 - $17/hr

Description A&D, a business unit of Pennington Seed/Central Garden & Pet Company, is a leader in ... bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified ...

Central Garden & Pet

Resaw/Molder

Peebles, OH

$13.75 - $17/hr

Description A&D, a business unit of Pennington Seed/Central Garden & Pet Company, is a leader in ... bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified ...

Central Garden & Pet

Resaw/Molder

Peebles, OH

$13.75 - $17/hr

Description A&D, a business unit of Pennington Seed/Central Garden & Pet Company, is a leader in ... bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified ...

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How much do live in gardener jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in gardener in Ohio is $20.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.44 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Live In Gardener job?

A Live In Gardener is responsible for maintaining gardens, lawns, and outdoor spaces while residing on the property. Duties typically include planting, pruning, weeding, mowing, and general landscape maintenance. Employers may provide accommodations as part of the compensation package. This role is common on large estates, private residences, or botanical gardens. It may also involve additional responsibilities such as greenhouse care or minor property upkeep.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Live In Gardener position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Live In Gardener, you need expertise in horticulture, plant care, grounds maintenance, and physical stamina, often backed by relevant work experience or vocational training. Familiarity with gardening tools, irrigation systems, landscaping equipment, and sometimes certifications like pesticide application are important. Strong organizational skills, discretion, reliability, and the ability to communicate effectively with property owners are valuable soft skills in this role. These qualifications ensure the garden is maintained to a high standard while fostering a positive and professional living-working relationship with employers.

What is a typical daily routine for a Live In Gardener?

A typical day for a Live In Gardener often begins early, involving tasks like watering, pruning, weeding, mowing, and caring for flowers, trees, or vegetable gardens. Depending on the season, you may be responsible for planting new specimens, managing compost, or overseeing irrigation and pest control. You may be expected to liaise with other household staff, coordinate with landscapers or contractors, and ensure all garden areas are well-presented for property owners and guests. Flexibility is important, as weather conditions and the needs of the garden can shape day-to-day priorities. Living on site allows you to monitor the property more closely and respond quickly to urgent gardening tasks or seasonal changes.

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Infographic showing various Live In Gardener job openings in Ohio as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, and 18% Part Time. Highlights an 82% In-person, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,348 per year, or $20.4 per hour.
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Lorain County Community College (LCCC)

Elyria, OH

$12.75 - $14.25/hr

Part-time

Posted 7 hours ago

Lorain County Community College rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

474th of 611 rated colleges and universities

Job description

The selected student worker will assist with maintaining the LCCC student garden plot located at Baumhart Berry Farm, 2200 Baumhart Road, Vermilion, Ohio. Responsibilities include watering, weeding, and harvesting crops as needed throughout the growing season. 

This position offers flexible scheduling and requires coverage for approximately 2 workdays per week at the farm location. Work must be completed during the farm's regular operating hours. Duties may include weeding and maintaining raised garden beds; harvesting crops when ready; monitoring and reporting any issues related to deer fencing or other garden needs; and assisting with additional tasks related to the raised-bed garden as assigned.

The ideal candidate should be dependable, self-motivated, and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

About LCCC: 

Established in 1963, Lorain County Community College is the first community college in Ohio with a permanent campus. For six decades, LCCC has served the diverse needs of greater Lorain County region by providing affordable access to higher education and now serves approximately 13,000 students each year in certificate, associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs. 

Since 1963, one in four Lorain County residents have taken classes at LCCC and more than 43,000 have earned a degree. LCCC was recently ranked in the top 10% of most affordable colleges in the nation and more than 90% of LCCC graduates live and work in Northeast Ohio. 45% of Lorain County's high school graduates earn college credits through LCCC's high school dual enrollment programs. LCCC also partners with more than 700 employers and offers 170 industry-recognized credentials to better prepare the workforce for the future. 

LCCC is a dynamic, student-centered college intentionally designed to support individuals with balancing multiple roles on their path to college completion. 85% of LCCC students work while attending college, with majority working at least half-time. The average age of LCCC's students is 24, and many bring life experiences that include caring for dependents, serving in the military, or completing some prior college. Over 80% of LCCC students received financial assistance through grants and scholarships, and LCCC has been nationally recognized for holistic, fully integrated services and commitment to student success. 

Required Qualification: Must be currently enrolled as a LCCC student, have reliable transportation to Baumhart Berry Farm, dependable attendance and punctuality, strong communication skills, ability to report issues or concerns as needed, and ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications: Interest in gardening, ability to work independently and manage time effectively, and comfortable performing outdoor physical work in varying weather conditions.

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