Horticulture Specialist

Palm Beach State College • North Palm Beach, FL

83d • $17

About The Position

Responsible for maintenance of landscaping around campus. Performs weed control and light maintenance duties including routine equipment and building maintenance. Operates a tractor, mower, and other standard power equipment. Purchases landscape materials. Ensures proper procedures for plant nursery and grounds maintenance are followed.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or two years of college coursework, or related experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• One year plus related experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar application.
• Skilled in attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Delivering a high level of customer service.

Nice To Haves

• Florida Pesticide Spraying license.

Responsibilities

• Performs or assists with nursery maintenance and minor improvements such as weeding, weed control, mulching, non−toxic pest management, pruning, fertilizing, planting, labeling, minor repairs, transporting plants, and purchasing plants.
• Performs licensed pest control services for grounds and areas around buildings using proper chemical herbicide and pesticide application procedures and equipment.
• Performs licensed herbicide applications to grounds and to container plants.
• Prepares classrooms in preparation for teaching.
• Assists faculty with preparations for and dismantling of class materials, activities, and projects.
• Inspects equipment and machinery for safe operation.
• Reports any observed problems to supervisor.
• Operates ground maintenance equipment and attachments such as tractors, mowers, edger, and other related equipment used in the care of grounds.
• Purchases supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Maintains and reviews inventory records.
• Assists with the coordination and development of nursery events such as plant sales, workshops, and activities.
• Maintains and performs in a safe workplace and follows established safety practices.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition fee waiver at PBSC.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Degree recognition award.
• Educational leave.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
• Potential remote or hybrid opportunities.
• Wellness programs and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation.
• Leadership programs, professional learning workshops.
• State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree