VISTA Careers – Longwood Gardens

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Located in Kennett Square, Longwood Gardens is one of the premier botanical gardens in the United States and annually draws record numbers of visitors to its more than 1,700 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows in the Brandywine Creek Valley.

Electrician

This position performs installation, repairs, and preventative maintenance of electrical systems throughout the site; provides hands-on technical experience for daily operations and maintenance of electrical equipment; and performs system checks to diagnose problems with the operation.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED; successful completion of an apprenticeship program or four years of demonstrated field experience; knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and OSHA 1910S safety standards; and the ability to operate the tools of the trade.

Click here to read more about the Electrician position at Longwood Gardens.

Horticulturist

This position oversees the vegetable garden and orchard within the Idea Garden; combines vegetables and agricultural crops with cut flowers, ornamental perennials, and soft fruits; and creates a display garden that effortlessly connects with guests.

The ideal candidate will possess two years of formal horticultural education or training and two years of gardening experience in a public garden or private estate; a passion for propagation, growing, and displaying plants; and the ability to perform a full range of horticultural tasks and duties.

Click here to read more about the Horticulturist position at Longwood Gardens.

Boiler Operator

This position provides hands-on technical expertise for day-to-day operations and maintenance of the central heating plant, auxiliary components, and satellite boilers through the gardens; and plans, organizes, orders materials, and prioritizes individual work orders.

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of eight years of commercial or industrial experience; completion of a trade school or registered apprenticeship program; computer literacy and training; and experience with HVAC and boiler systems and process instrumentation.

Click here to read more about the Boiler Operator position at Longwood Gardens.

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