Landscaping Technician-FT

LJA Mission Statement:

The mission of Lake Junaluska is to be a place of Christian hospitality where lives are transformed through renewal of soul, mind and body. Located in the Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina, Lake Junaluska is a conference and retreat center that hosts over 50,000 overnight guests annually. We have over 400 lodging rooms, a campground, and meeting space for up to 2,000 people. All of our facilities are located on a scenic 1,200 acre campus which boasts panoramic views, abundant recreation opportunities, and a 200 acre lake. Our market ranges from youth groups to affluent leisure guests primarily from the Southeastern US. Essential Functions Must possess excellent hospitality skills and a strong desire to foster an attitude of Christian hospitality to exceed guest expectations. Ability to communicate in a professional, effective and courteous manner with co-workers, guests, and supervisors. Assist with greenhouse operations such as but not limited to; Watering program including weekends Propagation Control plant growth Stick cutting, plant seedlings, plant plugs and shaping of plants Weeding Work with pesticides applications to include but not limited to; Fungicides Insecticides Fertilizers Herbicides Assists with maintaining and beautifying all plants on the grounds Weeding Watering Clipping Trimming Planting flowers, trees and shrubs Mowing and weed eating, edging and general cleanup of limbs, trash, etc. Using various hand and power tools such as chain saws, trimmers, loppers, clippers, etc. Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures and report any unsafe activities or conditions immediately to supervisor and/or the Human Resources department. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned and required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities High school diploma, and 1 year Horticultural experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Horticultural or agricultural experience strongly preferred. Knowledge of landscaping equipment and handling pesticides is desirable. MUST have valid NC drivers license and clean driving record. Knowledge of farm or construction equipment helpful. Ability to read and write instructions, correspondence, memos and reports. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure. Able to prioritize tasks, multi-task and organize daily activity. Ability to effectively present information to guests, and other employees. Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and other documents. Must be able to wear mandatory respirator while performing certain duties. Working conditions Extensive physical activity performing strenuous daily activities of a primarily productive nature. Frequently exposed to moderate and very loud noises. Primary work is outdoors exposed to changing weather conditions i.e., cold, rain, sun, snow, wind and heat. Occasionally works in greenhouse environment with adequate ventilation. Coordinate work, constantly moves about, able to stand for prolonged periods of time, walk, at times on uneven surfaces, manual dexterity to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms to include overhead, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk to and hear staff and customer requests. At times depending on the season will work in wet or humid conditions. Must be in good physical condition with the ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move and/or position objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more. Must be able to see close and at a distance (20 feet or more), good peripheral vision. Lake Junaluska is an Equal Opportunity Employer