Gardener

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.

• →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.

• High school degree or GED preferred
• Successful completion horticulture program at Valencia Community College or similar curriculum preferred

• Three to five years landscape maintenance experience, preferably in an upscale commercial, residential or resort environment required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Valid Florida Driver’s License Required

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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