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Whispering Pines Golf Club
Horticulturist
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What they do
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.
$33,269 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Horticulturist 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1532 Whispering Pines Drive, Trinity, TX 75862 $90,000
- $120,000 a year
- Full-time Whispering Pines Golf Club 15 reviews $90,000
- $120,000 a year
- Full-time
ABOUT WHISPERING PINES GOLF CLUB
Located in Trinity, Texas, Whispering Pines Golf Club® is approximately 88 miles north of Houston situated on a spectacular 400-acre property featuring piney woods, creeks, lakes, natural dunes and abundant wildlife. The golf experience at Whispering Pines Golf Club® is truly memorable. The club is open on a seasonal basis. In season, the club operates Tuesday through Sunday, which provides every guest with the best possible guest service and course conditions. Dedicated to hosting the finest amateur events, Whispering Pines is home to The Spirit International Amateur Golf Championship, a biennial tournament that showcases the best men and women amateur golfers from around the world. Golf Magazine, Golf Digest, Golfweek, and Links Magazine currently rank Whispering Pines among the "Top 100 Golf Courses in America," and most recently ranked the #1 Golf Course in Texas by The Dallas Morning News .JOB SUMMARY
Under the general supervision of the Director of Agronomy, the Horticulturalist Superintendent is responsible for directing and participating in the daily maintenance of the clubhouse, cottages, owners' homes and common areas. This position is responsible for the day-to-day fertilizer and chemical programs/applications as well as assigning and directing all Landscaping employees.RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and oversee all landscape, horticultural, irrigation, and maintenance operations for the club and owners' homes. Develop annual and seasonal horticultural plans, including flower rotations, plant pruning, plant selection, enhancement projects, and long-range landscape strategies. Establish service standards, operational procedures, and quality benchmarks to ensure consistent presentation across all grounds. Manage annual Operating and Capital budgets, including forecasting, resource planning, and cost control. Plan, prioritize, and execute daily maintenance activities, installations, renovations, and infrastructure improvements. Oversee mowing, bed maintenance, planting, irrigation troubleshooting and repair, pest and disease management, fertilization, and pesticide applications. Maintain accurate documentation, operational activities, chemical applications, and maintenance records. Inspect landscaped areas, facilities, equipment, and irrigation systems to identify issues and implement corrective actions.SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong leadership, team-building, and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and direct staff. Excellent oral and written communication skills with competency in professional correspondence. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. Ability to perform effectively under pressure, set priorities, and adapt to changing conditions. High work ethic and a strong sense of responsibility. Advanced problem-solving skills, particularly in plant health, irrigation, and landscape project management.BENEFITS
- Health Insurance
- Cell phone
- Life Insurance
- Annual PTO
- Golfing Privileges
- Dues paid for Local, State and National Memberships
- Gas Once a Week
- Meals
- Uniforms/Clothing Allowance
- Temporary Housing Available
COMPENSATION
- Salary
- $90-120,000
- Bonus potential
- 401(k)
POSITION AVAILABLE
Immediately To Apply:
Send resume to : mdieckhoff@whisperingpinesgolfclub.com or Michael Dieckhoff Director of Agronomy Whispering Pines Golf Club 1532 Whispering Pines Dr. Trinity, TX 75862Pay:
$90,000.00- $120,000.