Assistant Horticulturist

Status: Full-Time Shift: 7am - 3pm

Basic Function

Ensure that the high-profile gardens, exterior containers, and all flowerbeds are well maintained and attractive.

Responsibilities:

1. Follow Horticulturist instructions for planting of all annual beds and containers, and additions to perennial beds when needed.

2. Remove of weeds from grounds, cut grass and trim shrubs.

3. Keep flower beds and containers weed free and deadheaded.

4. Irrigation and fertilization of all flowerbeds and containers.

5. Address any horticultural infestations in a timely manner.

6. Conduct guest tours to educate concerning our horticulture.

7. Remove trash from grounds, landscaping areas and parking lots on a daily basis.

8. Look for and report any safety hazards.

9. May carry out other tasks as assigned by Horticulturist.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Good self-starter and ability to work with minimal supervision.

2. Possess knowledge of plants, flowers, shrubs, lawns, and pesticides.

3. Possession of a valid drivers license.

4. Ability to operate pickup truck and utility carts.

5. Ability to operate a lawnmower, weed trimmer, shovel, and other hand tools.

6. To clearly understand product labels, written plans and verbal instructions.

7. Ability to interact with guests in a friendly, unobtrusive and informative manner.

8. Ability to work with other department employees as part of a team.

Physical Requirements:

Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds

50% Standing

10% Sitting

20% Walking

20% Kneeling or bending

Hearing and Manual dexterity

Ability to work in all types of weather conditions

Work Environment:

Working outside 90% of an 8-hour day.