Location: Toledo Memorial Park & Mausoleum
Position: Experienced Gardener
Type: Full-time, Entry level position
Salary: Competitive salary, based on experience
 
 
About Us:
Toledo Memorial Park is the largest cemetery in Northwest Ohio, dedicated to preserving a beautiful, peaceful resting place for families and their loved ones. We take pride in maintaining our serene landscapes and historical grounds with the utmost care and respect.
We are seeking a dedicated gardener to join our team and help maintain the beauty and integrity of our park. If you have a passion for landscaping, horticulture, and outdoor work, we encourage you to apply!
 
 
Key Responsibilities:
 
This position will work in conjunction with our Head Gardener to do the following
 

• Perform general grounds maintenance including trimming, edging, weeding, and pruning.
• Plant, maintain, and care for flowers, shrubs, and other plants in a variety of garden beds and memorial areas.
• Assist with seasonal landscaping projects, ensuring that the grounds look beautiful throughout the year.
• Maintain and operate landscaping tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems, ensuring proper water distribution across the grounds.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure all areas are maintained to the highest standards of beauty and cleanliness.
• Assist with general cleanup tasks such as debris removal and leaf clearing.
• Provide input on new landscaping designs or improvements and support implementation.
• Work closely with cemetery management to ensure the needs of families and visitors are met in a respectful and professional manner.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance, with a strong focus on horticulture.
• Ability to identify and care for a wide range of plants, flowers, and trees.
• Proficiency in operating landscaping tools and equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers.
• Strong work ethic with attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, following instructions and taking initiative.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and seasonal plant care is a plus.
• Physical stamina to perform outdoor tasks in varying weather conditions.
• A compassionate and respectful approach to working in a cemetery environment, understanding the sensitive nature of the work.
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to lift 50 lbs

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Health benefits (for full-time employees).
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• A peaceful and respectful work environment with a dedicated team.
• Opportunities for professional development in landscaping and horticulture.