What are the responsibilities and job description for the Horticulture Technician position at Greenleaf Landscaping, Inc?
We are seeking an experienced plants person to join out team! We are hiring a Horticulture Assistant to start with us soon!
Responsibilities:
- Prepares the garden and ensures surroundings are well maintained, that the plants and collections are healthy, and that the garden is safe and attractive for the public
- Performs and supports horticultural practices that encourage overall plant health and soil nutrition, to include sustainable gardening and integrated pest management practices
- Maintains horticultural tools and equipment * Maintains records of work, garden maintenance, and plant health as required
- Collaborates with the Horticultural team on all tasks required for maintaining the highest standards of landscape management and horticultural operations
Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have valid driver's license and clean driving record (1 ticket in last year OK)
- Must be able to work shifts of 7am-3:30pm, M-F
- Must be able to provide good customer service when needed
- Must be able to lift around 40lbs on occasion with frequent bending and stooping
- Must be willing to rake out beds, pull weeds and maintain a visually pleasant and healthy flower bed
- Must have previous experience in caring for outdoor plants and be able to identify different varieties, while taking the initiative to learn about care and working with others to address concerns
The starting pay is dependent on experience and education as related to the job.
We value growth, and these roles will also have the potential to take on leadership and mentorship duties. We provide certification study guides, and assist with certification testing fees and license/renewal fees.
Some positions will be year round, and all will include the opportunity for on-call snow removal in the winter. We offer affordable and useable medical, dental, vision and life packages, vacation and sick time off, employee discounts, professional development assistance, IRA plans and more!
Join a team that is committed to a safe and efficient work environment while also having fun! We are committed to building a team oriented, positive workplace and need the right people to meet that goal!
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20