What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Horticulture Technician- Possum Creek Demonstration Garden position at Five Rivers Metro Parks?
Position Description
The Seasonal Horticulture Technician performs a wide range of general garden maintenance, gardening activities, and repairs in assigned park areas while working flexible hours that could include weekends, evenings, and holidays. This position frequently requires the expenditure of physical labor and the occasional use of motorized equipment and other tools.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Primary responsibilities include trimming, weeding, watering, planting, pruning, propagation, plant labeling, and weed control.
- Communicates information about park facilities and the organization's overall mission, as needed, to park visitors.
- Performs necessary duties to keep park areas clean and safe, including cleaning restroom facilities.
- Operating power tools.
- Assisting in the planning and implementation with plantings.
- Operating vehicles, ranging from golf carts to water trucks.
- Working with volunteers in the preparation and organization of gardening work.
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. A combination of appropriate education, training, course work and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of an acceptable qualification is:
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- Valid Driver's License that meets Five Rivers MetroParks' insurance carrier requirements is also required.
- Prior horticultural experience is preferred.
Additional Information
Candidates must successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screening test prior to employment.
Five Rivers MetroParks is an EEO/AA employer that values diversity in the workplace.
