JOB SUMMARY:
Performs skilled landscape maintenance tasks as part of a Horticulture team; proficiency in plant identification of common plant names; ability to perform shrub installation foliage maintenance tree installation heavy equipment operation and basic clean up.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for trimming/pruning shrubs ground covers vines and some trees and palms with hand-held tools and 2-cycle equipment.
- Performs removal installation and maintenance of plant material in beds and containers and manual weeding.
- Operates machinery for loading unloading and transporting materials equipment and supplies.
- Identifies need for and provide supplemental water with manual operation of automatic irrigation zones and hand watering.
- Mowing and edging turf with riding mowers and power equipment.
- Assist in specimen tree relocation including ball and burlap operation jetting in and staking and guying.
- Performs equipment maintenance as required.
- 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.
EDUCATION:
- High school degree or GED preferred.
- Successful completion horticulture program at Valencia Community College or similar curriculum preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
- Three to five years landscape maintenance experience preferably in an upscale commercial residential or resort environment required
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATIONS LICENSES REGISTRATIONS:
Valid Florida Drivers License Required.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Responsible for performing basic Gardener functions including: Shrub installation maintenance of all foliage detailing and clean up watering heavy equipment operating and mulching.
Your talent skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.
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