Horticulturist Position Available In Orange, Florida

JOB SUMMARY

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.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

Heavy equipment operation i.e.: JCB front end loaderIdentify need for and provide 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.

SCOPE:

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.

EDUCATION

High school degree or GED is required.

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

Successful completion of 6 courses as listed below for Valencia Community College Horticulture Program or equivalent training is preferred:

HOS 1010

Introduction to Horticulture

ORH 1510

Ornamental Plant Materials

IORH 1511

Ornamental Plant Materials

IISOS 2101

Soils and Fertilizers

ENY 1007

Principles of Entomology

BOT 2501

Plant Physiology

EXPERIENCE

One year of landscape maintenance experience is required.

Five to seven years experience of landscape maintenance in upscale commercial, residential, or resort environment or other horticultural enterprise is preferredOr equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

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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