MAINTENANCE/ STEWARDSHIP CREW MEMBER 

Company Name: Gayle Gardens Inc. 

      Location: West Tisbury, MA

      Job Type: Full-time, 5 days/week

Our Philosophy

We believe exceptional gardens are not only maintained—they are cultivated, nurtured, and guided through their evolution. Our work is sophisticated in nature blending deep ecological expertise with an eye for beauty. We partner with clients who seek an intimate, multi-year stewardship for their landscape, honoring both its health and visual grace. This is a commitment to ongoing ecological stewardship.

      We used organic garden maintenance practices which means we do not apply or work with any harmful chemicals or synthetic fertilizers. 

     The Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced worker to join our Stewardship Team. This role is for a dedicated professional who has the technical skill to execute sophisticated, long-term care plans. The ideal candidate understands that the most beautiful gardens are also the healthiest and will be responsible for actively implementing our Stewardship Approach.

While there are general maintenance practices involved, our approach is less traditional and truer to natural arrangements. You will be expected to perform typical maintenance tasks such as raking, digging, pruning (depending on experience), cultivating, planting, and (selective) weeding. Tasks will also involve loading and unloading tools, loading and unloading brush and debris. 

Key Responsibilities

• Client relations: Each crew member is expected to perform their work with the utmost respect for our clients and their property

• Motivation: Crew members understand that we work in most weather conditions and show up to work dressed accordingly with a positive attitude for the work ahead

• Punctuality: You are expected to arrive on time each day, prepared for work

• Communication: Crew members are expected to work as a team, communicating tasks and directions when needed

• Respect: A general respect for coworkers and company equipment & property is required. 

• Aesthetics: Strong aesthetic sensibility and attention to detail for refining the garden's visual character.

• Cleanliness: Workers are required to maintain the cleanliness of company trucks and equipment. You are expected to leave each property cleaner than when you arrived. 

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a professional gardening, horticulture, or ecological landscape role is a plus, though we are willing to train. 

• Understanding and practical application of ecological gardening principles (e.g., living soil, plant health diagnostics, native plants). 

• Knowledge of pruning, plant identification, and soil cultivation techniques.

• Ability to perform physical work outdoors in all weather conditions, including lifting, bending, and using professional-grade tools.

• Excellent communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively as part of a knowledgeable team.

• Valid driver's license.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $26 - $34/hour (based on full-time schedule)

• Employee plant discount

• Professional development opportunities

• Flexible scheduling outside of peak seasons

How to Apply

Interested candidates who are passionate about this position should submit their resume and a short letter detailing why they’d like to apply, to maintenance@gaylegardens.com. 

Thank you for your interest!!