Horticulturalist

Position: Horticulturalist

Department: Facilities Management

Status: Full Time

Position Summary

Assumes the responsibility for resources and functions assigned to the grounds department. This includes completion of work orders, and maintenance and repair specific to university grounds, turf walks, drives, trees, shrubs, flowers, mulch, fences and planting beds. Assumes leadership for the grounds department when the Grounds Manager is absent. The Horticulturalist is expected to demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness, utilizing their skill set, training, available equipment, supplies and resources to effectively and efficiently accomplish the functions assigned. This position requires flexibility and to be available to work occasional evening and weekend hours.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records as requested
• Develop and implement schedules for mowing, fertilizing, watering, reseeding, trimming shrubs, tree care, spraying flowers, etc.
• Provide supervision and oversight of the grounds crew staff in the absence of the Grounds Manager
• Organize work orders so that task are completed in a timely and efficient manner
• Safely operate small and large equipment such as mowers, tractors, weed eaters, backhoes, chain saws, dump trucks, edgers, street sweeper, forklifts or aerial lift
• Perform assigned tasks with appropriate equipment, using hand or power tools, and in accordance with written or oral instructions by the Grounds Manager
• Read directions, product and equipment labels, diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacture’s specifications
• Always maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
• Uphold and abide by Campbell University policies and procedures, including but not limited to Title IX, and Information Security, including FERPA and other state and federal mandates
• Other job-related duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice
  
  

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or GED required
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Ornamental Horticulture or related field desired
• Four (4) years commercial landscape and rose culture experience desired
• Must possess a valid NC Driver’s license
• NC public pesticide applicator’s license in Turf and Ornamental or the ability to acquire within 45 days of employment
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of all mowing, brick laying and backhoe equipment
• Ability to identify trees, shrubs, plants, flora and fauna as well as native diseases, insects, and rodents
• Knowledge of site, soil and environmental conditions, hardiness zones, water, and nutrition need of plants, flowers, trees, shrubs and grasses
• Knowledge of proper pruning techniques for all vegetation, flora, fauna, trees and shrubs
• Ability to communicate effectively to all groups through both oral and written channels
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Demonstrate tact, a positive attitude, courtesy and discretion at interactions with colleagues, faculty, staff, students and public
• Work independently as well as function effectively in a team and within a diverse group of people
• Exercise good judgment in complex, new, and/or stressful situations
• Manage multiple, concurrent projects, and meet set deadlines
• Adaptability, flexibility and a willingness to work in a changing environment
• Ability to work outside the hours of 7am to 6pm; with occasional evenings and weekends required
• This position demands accuracy, honesty, integrity and the ability to work within the Christian mission of Campbell University