Gardener

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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