Horticulture Assistant Manager

R+L Carriers•Ocala, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for experienced Assistant Horticulturist at our Golden Ocala Golf Club. For golf enthusiasts, Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club boasts a riveting 27-hole championship course designed by golf course architect Ron Garl. The majestic course at Golden Ocala incorporates eleven masterfully recreated tribute holes from some of the world’s finest golf courses including: Augusta National Golf Club (Home of the Masters Tournament), Augusta, GA, USA Royal Troon Golf Club, Scotland Baltusrol Golf Club, Springfield, NJ, USA Muirfield Village Golf Club, Scotland St. Andrews Links, Scotland Oakmont Country Club, Plum, PA Bethpage State Park Golf Course – Black Course, Farmingdale, NY Winged Foot Golf Club – West Course, Mamaroneck, NY Golden Ocala boasts a refined landscape in the French provincial format with formal hedges, classic gardens and manicured lawns. We are looking to add a team-oriented individual with a passion for beautiful landscaping, professional service and the golf country club atmosphere. This is a high expectation position with the focus on continuing to foster a team environment while enhancing conditions in and around the Club House, common areas, Gates, access areas and golf course beds. Our team concentrates our effort into creating a unique development plan to enhance each team member's skills and focus on work- life balance as a key component. The Assistant Horticulturist will work 40 hours per week and a few hours every other Saturday. Our team consists of 14 landscapers, 8 floriculture technicians, 2 irrigation technicians, 1 spray technician and 4 trim technicians.

Requirements

Must have a TEAM mentality.
Must be self-motivated, lead by example, and have a strong attention to detail.
Ability to analyze and solve problems, and efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure.
Must not be afraid to make mistakes and constantly learn.
Must know how to operate and calibrate fertilizer and pesticide equipment.
Must have extensive plant knowledge and considerable background in landscape and team management.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to grow and learn.
Desire to advance their career in the golf course horticulture industry.
Positive attitude.
Thrives in a culture that encourages individuals to make decisions independently and learn how to use their time productively.
Degree in Horticulture or related field preferred, or 5-8 years relevant experience.
Florida Pesticide License preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises and participates in fertilizer and pesticide applications.
Maintain application sheets and documents for inventory control.
Creating and adapting the daily work schedule on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.