Assistant Horticulturist

Atlanta Botanical Garden Inc • Atlanta, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position requires hands-on gardening responsibilities for sun and shade situations and reports to Sr. Horticulturist.

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
General garden maintenance
General weed removal
Recognition of plant nutrition deficiencies
Recognition of pest infestation and damage
Plant transplantation
Planting and removal of plants
General garden watering needs
Serve as horticultural resource for the Garden
Work on special projects as assigned

Requirements

• Associate degree in horticulture, botany or related field or two years of hands-on professional gardening experience
• Must be able to sustain moderate physical exertion with full range of body motion for lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to operate hand and power garden equipment
• Ability to apply herbicides with supervision
• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
• Fluency in English
• Computer literacy
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with the public a plus

Responsibilities

• General garden maintenance
• General weed removal
• Recognition of plant nutrition deficiencies
• Recognition of pest infestation and damage
• Plant transplantation
• Planting and removal of plants
• General garden watering needs
• Serve as horticultural resource for the Garden
• Work on special projects as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees