Supervisor, Horticulture
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4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Busch Gardens is a place of thrills fun and positive lasting memories. And thats just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team youll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If youre dedicated dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service this is a place for you!
Requirements and Competencies
- Minimum 2 year accredited college degree in horticulture or related field required (4 year degree preferred) or 5 years lead or supervisory experience in a theme park or resort.
- Must possess a valid Drivers license and be able to meet company driving guidelines
- Must have a good understanding of proper horticultural practice to include: hand watering irrigation operation fertilizer applications shearing/pruning basic tree care landscape installation and mulching.
- Must have a working knowledge and experience with hand and gas powered landscape tools equipment and vehicles.
- Must be able to operate a high front end loader/forklift
- Ability to operate a high reach preferred
- Self-motivated team leader with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Communicate professionally and effectively with ambassadors and guests
- Must be able to lift push pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis
- Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights if needed
- Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in varying Florida weather to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes dust odors and cold/heat temperature extremes
- Perform the following physical activities: kneeling squatting bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead reach overhead simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks(use of tools/keyboard/writing)
- Perform all cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals
- Must be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities
- A level of comfort with computer skills including Microsoft Office programs
- Must be able to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours weekends holidays weather events etc. i.e. be able to respond when needed to prepare for or recover from a storm event or damaging frost/freeze event etc.
- Bi-lingual (Spanish-English) preferred
- Assist other park landscape teams as situation requires.
Primary Responsibilities
- Responsible for the daily Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Horticulture operations in your assigned area as it is related to its detail efficiency and quality appearance; also the areas proper maintenance and our team member and guest safety.
- Apply pesticides as needed (mostly Round Up)
- Work in a team environment and interact with others in a professional manner
- Provide technical assistance and support to staff while ensuring proper horticultural practices are followed
- Responsible for providing proper training to staff
- Develop and oversee safety program for staff
- Perform other duties to include the supervision of other crews and or other related tasks as assigned by management.
- Other duties as assigned based on business need
Compensation:$17.00 per hour
The perks of the position:
- Paid Time Off
- Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
- Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401K Retirement plan
- Voluntary Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Assistance Plan
EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE RACE COLOR RELIGION SEX NATIONAL ORIGIN SEXUAL ORIENTATION PREGNANCY GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Customer Service
- Hospitality Experience
- Management Experience
- Mediation Experience
- Guest Services
- Merchandising
- Experience with Children
- Leadership Experience
- Mentoring
- Supervising Experience
- Neonatal Ventilator
About Company
From park to planet, SeaWorld theme parks offer up-close animal experiences, roller coasters and, most importantly, a chance for you to make a difference. Plan your trip to one of our theme parks in Orlando, San Diego or San Antonio today!
