Groundskeeper
Lavender Pond Farm is a family-run, 25-acre, start-up lavender farm in Killingworth, Connecticut. We currently have more than 9,000 lavender plants spanning approximately 7 acres of fields. As our Groundskeeper you will be involved in all aspects of the care, upkeep and maintenance of our fields and grounds and work directly with our leadership team to grow lavender and Lavender Pond Farm into the premiere lavender farm in New England.
This is a full time, seasonal position beginning ASAP and extending through September 30. Some weekends may be required during “bloom” season and interaction with the public is an important component of the job. There is the potential for reduced hours into the fall and over the winter.
Responsibilities include:
- Maintenance of existing beds including cultivating, transplanting, weeding, and harvesting
- Planting and landscaping of newly cultivated beds as required
- Regular mowing of all grassy areas and meadows during the growing season
- Weeding and mulching of all landscaped beds and other areas
- Feeding, fertilizing and watering as necessary
- Maintenance and upkeep of paths and outdoor assembly areas
- General grounds maintenance including weed whacking, pruning and trimming
- Maintain irrigation systems, including winterizing and spring start-up
- Upkeep and repair of groundskeeping equipment
- Light carpentry and outbuilding repairs and maintenance
- Supervision of part-time and volunteer staff
Requirements:
- Previous farming and/or landscaping experience
- Physically fit with the ability to climb, crouch, lift and carry a minimum of 40 lbs
- Experience with farm equipment including mowers, chain saws, tractors and attachments
- A positive, friendly, make it happen approach
- Current driver’s license and clean driving record