Horticulturist

Performs specialized landscape maintenance functions as part of a Horticulture team in addition to having knowledge in the botanical names of all common trees, palms, and shrubs; ability to install shrubbery, foliage, trees; ability to understand the nomenclature of all common foliage; ability to make decisions.

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• Responsible for maintenance of shrub, vine, ground cover and turf maintenance, including decision making on method, timing, and tools.
  
• Responsible for culture and care of specialty crops including roses, topiaries, and foliage plants.
  
• Responsible for bedding plant selection, care and layout.
  
• Performs diagnosis of plant nutrition and pest control needs; fertilization and herbicide.
  
• Performs landscape rehabilitation, including demolition and installation.
  
• Operates heavy equipment i.e.: JCB front end loader.
  
• Identifies need for and provides supplemental water with manual operation of automatic irrigation zones and hand watering.
  
• Maintains equipment in proper running order.
  
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

Responsible for performing basic horticulture functions including: All shrub and tree installations, maintenance of all foliage, detailing and clean-up. In addition, being able to operate manual irrigation valves and support watering efforts. Being accountable to spot deficiencies in the landscapes and identify pests. Furthermore, having good decision-making skills and strong leadership qualities.

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• High school degree or GED is required.
  
• Associate’s degree (AA) in Horticulture or equivalent from two-year College or technical school is preferred.
  

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• 1 year of landscape maintenance experience is required.
  
• 5-7 years' experience of landscape maintenance in upscale commercial, residential, or resort environment or other horticultural enterprise is preferred;
  
• or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  

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• Valid Florida Driver’s License required.
  
• One of the following certifications is preferred: Florida Certified Nursery Professional or Florida Certified Landscape Technician, Landscape Maintenance Operator, Certified Arborist.
  

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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