Horticulture Specialist

Palm Beach State CollegeNorth 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.
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