About Alutiiq
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Industry
Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Anchorage, AK, US
Year founded
1999
$24.08/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted yesterday
Job description
Taxable Entity
ALUTIIQ LOGISTICS & MAINTENANCE SVS LLC
Job Title
Gardener
Location
CA Ridgecrest China Lake - Ridgecrest, CA 93555 US (Primary)
Category
Landscaping and Grounds Keeping
Job Type
Full-time
Typical Pay/Range
$24.08 Hourly
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Travel
None
Security Clearance Required
None
POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):
The Gardener is responsible for providing general gardening care and grounds maintenance involving trees, lawns, turf, shrubs, hedges, ground cover, flowers and athletic fields. Work will include both routine work and special assignments to support a government contract.
DUTIES:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Afognak Native Corporation and Afognak's direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates to include Alutiiq, LLC; Afognak Commercial Group, LLC; Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC; and each of their respective domestic and foreign, direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates are equal opportunity employers that do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (collectively, "Protected Status").
The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.
Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client-customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company's Career page.
ALUTIIQ LOGISTICS & MAINTENANCE SVS LLC
Job Title
Gardener
Location
CA Ridgecrest China Lake - Ridgecrest, CA 93555 US (Primary)
Category
Landscaping and Grounds Keeping
Job Type
Full-time
Typical Pay/Range
$24.08 Hourly
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Travel
None
Security Clearance Required
None
POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):
The Gardener is responsible for providing general gardening care and grounds maintenance involving trees, lawns, turf, shrubs, hedges, ground cover, flowers and athletic fields. Work will include both routine work and special assignments to support a government contract.
DUTIES:
- Primary duties will consist of mowing, trimming, edging, fertilization, pruning, debris and weed removal, tree staking, berm maintenance and limb removal.
- Will maintain improved and semi-improved grounds.
- Build and maintain irrigation systems to include valves, vacuum breakers, backflow preventers, pressure regulators, irrigation connections, sprinkler heads, bubblers, risers, heads, underground piping, controls, irrigation time clocks and other water emitting devices.
- Operating motorized equipment such as tractors, weed eaters, chain saws, etc. as required.
- May be required to drive to outlying areas.
- Other duties as assigned by immediate Supervisor.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Must be able to drive manual shift equipment up to a two-ton truck.
- Must be proficient in the use of hand tools, including shovels, rakes, lawn rollers, pruning saws and sheers, hand mowers, hula hoes, etc.
- Ability to comply with all safety requirements and wear personal protective equipment at all times.
- Alutiiq-Mele, LLC maintains a professional work environment at all times. Harassment of any type will not be tolerated.
- Ability to comply with all instruction and direction.
- Ability work independently as well as part of a team.
- Applicant must have the ability to successfully pass a background investigation for both the company as well as the base.
- Must have a valid state's driver's license.
- Alutiiq, LLC maintains a drug/alcohol free workplace. Must have the ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
- Must have the ability to perform physical labor to include lifting and carrying a maximum of 50 lbs.
Afognak Native Corporation and Afognak's direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates to include Alutiiq, LLC; Afognak Commercial Group, LLC; Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC; and each of their respective domestic and foreign, direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates are equal opportunity employers that do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (collectively, "Protected Status").
The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.
Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client-customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company's Career page.
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Frequently asked questions
Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Gardener?
A: To succeed as a Gardener, key technical skills include knowledge of plant biology, horticulture, and gardening techniques, as well as proficiency in tools and equipment maintenance. Soft skills such as physical stamina, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team are also crucial, along with excellent communication skills to provide guidance and advice to clients or colleagues. These strengths enable Gardners to effectively plan, maintain, and care for gardens, ultimately leading to successful career growth and job satisfaction.
Q: What is the career path for a Gardener?
A: A Gardener's typical career progression involves starting as a Groundskeeper or Horticultural Assistant, where they gain hands-on experience in plant care and maintenance. As they gain experience and develop skills, they can move into mid-level roles such as a Gardener or Horticultural Specialist, overseeing specific garden areas or projects, and then progress to senior roles like a Head Gardener or Horticultural Manager, responsible for overall garden design and maintenance. Key opportunities for skill development include learning about plant identification, soil science, and horticultural techniques, as well as developing leadership and project management skills, which can lead to long-term career prospects in horticulture, landscape design, or environmental conservation.
