A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
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 loader Identify 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
I ORH 1511
Ornamental Plant Materials
II SOS 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 preferred Or equivalent combination of education and experience
