CURRENT POSITIONS AVAILABLE:

Horticulturist

Skills required: an extensive knowledge of perennials, annuals, and shrubs; identification and treatment of insect, disease, nutrient and cultural problems; good communication with clients and other FGC staff, good follow through, can-do attitude, anticipate needs of clients and prevent problems before they happen; train, work with, and supervise crews in weeding, pruning, planting, watering, containers, and anything else needed to keep our award winning properties looking the best in the industry. Irrigation experience very useful. Must have or be able to obtain a GA driver's license and a commercial pesticide license. Good benefits

Design/Sales Person

To accommodate growth, we are looking for a "full service" professional to be involved with residential, commercial and industrial projects- working on all facets of a project: client meetings, site maps, designs, presentation, pricing, sales, overseeing the installation, and maintenance notes. We are known for the quality of our stone work and water features, and for using a diverse plant palette. If you can provide creative, ecologically-sustainable designs, our installation crews can bring your plans to life, and our maintenance crews will keep them looking their best. Please look at our website portfolios for examples of our work.

We are always looking for talented and skilled employees who can help us build better, more interesting, and more beautiful gardens. At any given time, we may be looking for people interested in joining our Installation or Maintenance Divisions to help our company continue to grow:

• Crew members
• Crew leaders
• Supervisors
• Managers
• Other support personnel

The Fockele Garden Company maintains a high company standard that our clients have come to expect. We are looking for the individual who will be able to ensure that these standards are maintained.  Previous experience with a reputable firm is very important. We are looking for someone who can quickly adapt to our proven methods and identify efficiencies to help us grow.

We offer a full benefits package including vacations, holidays, insurance and retirement plan.  If you love what you do and are passionate about high-quality work, please send a resume and a brief cover letter that expresses your interest to careers@fockelegardencompany.com

Gainesville is located in one of the most beautiful areas of Georgia, with many attractions for all tastes. Lake Lanier is the largest lake in the state, and was the site of the 1996 Summer Olympics Rowing and Sprint Canoe/Kayak Venue. It offers many opportunities for recreation. The spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains are less than an hour away, and Atlanta, with all its attractions, is only an hour away in the opposite direction. The economic hub of the region, Gainesville was recently listed as the seventh fastest-growing area of the country. For more information on the area, please check the following websites:

The Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce ( www.greaterhallchamber.com )
The city of Gainesville ( www.gainesville.org )
Hall County (www.hallcounty.org)

E-mail:
careers@fockelegardencompany.com

For mail, send to:
The Fockele Garden Company
P. O. Box 671
Gainesville, GA 30503

Note:  We do pre-employment drug screening, DOT physical, MVR and background checks.  We also participate in the E-Verify program.