Employment Opportunities
Our dedicated employees and generous volunteers have helped the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden become one of the most outstanding display gardens in the United States.
Below is a list of all current job openings at the Dallas Arboretum. Full-time positions offer benefit options including health, dental and disability coverage as well as vacation, holiday and sick pay. We also have excellent opportunities in various departments for those desiring a hands-on internship experience. Unless otherwise noted, you may apply for a listed position by faxing your resume and cover letter to 866-341-6878. Please indicate which position you are applying for in your cover letter. The Arboretum conducts criminal checks, driving checks, as well as physicals/drug screens and credit checks for certain positions.
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The Dallas Arboretum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Printable Application:
Feel free to download our general Application for Employment, print and fill it out, and bring it with you to apply in person.
Electronic Application:
ENGRAVER, $11/HR
Part Time Position, Monday – Friday, 8:00am-3:00pm (can flex hours some—need 32 hours/week); health insurance available
The Dallas Arboretum is seeking a Sign Engraver for the accurate and timely preparation of garden signage, storage, inventory, and maintenance. Great for retirees/semi-retired
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- 1 year related engraving experience preferred
- Competency with a PC, including but not limited to Corel Draw, and Microsoft Suite.
- Ability to learn to use the Epilog laser system.
- Skill with small power tools to attach signs to stakes, repair metal holders, etc.
- Work flexible hours, including nights as needed.
- Walk/stand/stoop/bend frequently and repeatedly in sign production and in the garden to oversee and place signage; ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in all weather conditions
- Driver’s license required to operate garden vehicles if necessary
Submit resume to: echristman@dallasarboretum.org
Gardener / Landscaping Staff
$11/HR
Full Time Position
Perform various general landscape maintenance and labor duties in the gardens under supervision. Physically perform garden labor, including operation of loud equipment and transporting work materials/equipment in all weather conditions. Contribute to team effort.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Perform routine maintenance of assigned garden area according to set standards and safety guidelines in the areas of:
- Mowing
- Weeding
- Trimming
- Planting
- Raking
- Fertilizing
- Pruning
- Mulching
- Safely operate and be accountable for routine maintenance of landscape maintenance equipment i.e. push mowers, backpack blowers, rototiller, tractor, edgers, gas hedge shears, utility truck, etc.
- Assure all equipment, tools, etc. are not left out in the garden when not in use and are cleaned and properly stored at the end of the work day.
- Assist supervisor with monitoring irrigation system and pump systems (where applicable) and report malfunctions.
- Assist with special projects as required.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Six months to one year related experience desirable.
- Basic communication skills, bilingual a plus.
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed, including nights, weekends and holidays.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; walk/stand/stoop/bend frequently and repeatedly in the garden in all weather conditions.
- Driver’s license required to operate garden vehicles if necessary.
Submit resume to: mproska@dallasarboretum.org or call 214-515-6585 for more information
Interested in Applying?
Please download this application for employment form and include it in your email to apply to any of the jobs above.