Urban Garden Specialist

🏙️ Parkersburg, WV • 📍 1950s Mid-Century Homes

The Opportunity

Join our Parkersburg team maintaining the cleanest, most efficient properties in our portfolio—beautiful 1950s homes with urban gardens that prove sustainable living works in any setting.

This is where mid-century design meets modern sustainability. You'll manage compact, productive gardens and maintain the crisp aesthetics that make these homes perfect for busy professionals.

What You'll Manage
  • The Modern Ranch: 1954 home with largest urban garden
  • The Cape Cod: 1951 family-friendly property
  • Future Properties: 2 additional homes coming online
  • Urban vegetable and herb gardens
  • Front yard curb appeal maintenance
  • Efficient irrigation systems
  • Seasonal flower displays
Key Responsibilities
  • Urban Garden Management: Maximize production in compact spaces using container gardening, vertical growing, and intensive planting methods
  • Lawn Care Excellence: Maintain the precise, clean landscaping that complements mid-century architecture
  • Efficient Systems: Design and maintain water-efficient irrigation and low-maintenance plantings
  • Guest Convenience: Ensure gardens are productive but require minimal guest involvement unless requested
  • Urban Considerations: Work within city ordinances and neighborhood standards while promoting sustainable practices
  • Equipment Management: Maintain and operate urban-appropriate landscaping tools and equipment
  • Seasonal Adaptation: Plan for four-season growing using cold frames, season extension, and efficient crop rotation
What Makes This Position Special
🏗️ Mid-Century Modern

Work with clean lines and functional design that celebrates the optimism of 1950s architecture.

🌆 Urban Innovation

Prove that sustainable living works in urban settings with efficient, beautiful garden systems.

⚡ Efficiency Focus

Our Parkersburg gardens prioritize maximum output with minimal input—perfect for busy guests.

🏥 Healthcare Professionals

Many guests are traveling medical professionals who appreciate our convenient, low-maintenance approach.

Requirements
Essential Skills
  • 2+ years urban gardening or landscaping experience
  • Knowledge of container and intensive gardening
  • Experience with efficient irrigation systems
  • Ability to work within urban constraints
  • Reliable transportation to Parkersburg properties
Preferred Qualifications
  • Urban farming or gardening experience
  • Knowledge of season extension techniques
  • Experience with low-maintenance landscaping
  • Understanding of city gardening regulations
  • Passion for efficient, sustainable systems
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive hourly wage based on experience
  • Flexible scheduling perfect for urban lifestyle
  • Fresh produce access from high-efficiency gardens
  • Professional development in urban sustainability
  • Community connection with healthcare and professional guests
  • Urban conveniences with easy access to all city amenities
Ready to Join Our Parkersburg Team?

Help us prove that sustainable living works beautifully in urban settings while maintaining the highest standards of mid-century modern aesthetics.