Assistant Horticulturist, Gainesville
Atlanta Botanical Garden Inc•Gainesville, GA
•Onsite
About The Position
This position requires hands-on gardening responsibilities for sun and shade situations and reports to Sr. Horticulturist.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Horticulture, botany or related field or two years of hands-on professional gardening experience
- Computer literacy
- Ability to operate hand and power garden equipment
- Able to work well in a team or independent setting
- Must have or obtain a Georgia Pesticide Applicator’s License
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in a public garden setting is a plus
Responsibilities
- General garden maintenance - this will include but not be limited to watering, weeding, pruning, planting, pest control, fertilization, pesticide spraying, seasonal plant installations and other horticultural tasks
- Recognition of plant nutrition deficiencies
- Recognition of pest infestation and damage
- Serve as horticultural resource for the Garden
- Work on special projects as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
