Horticulturist

U S National Whitewater Center•Charlotte, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Horticulturist at the Whitewater Center is responsible for planning, installing, maintaining, and enhancing landscaped areas throughout the Center. The role oversees plant health, displays, irrigation systems, and landscape improvement projects across the property. This is an on-site, full-time, benefits-eligible position reporting directly to the Landscaping and Grounds Manager. The Horticulturist works with a small team and independently, assisting other departments, facility crews, and contractors with onsite maintenance and projects. The position requires outdoor work in all weather and environmental conditions, including work during evenings, weekends, holidays, and Whitewater events as needed.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of professional horticulture, landscaping, ground management, or related experience.
Knowledge of plant identification, plant health care, and landscape maintenance practices.
Ability to safely operate landscaping equipment and tools.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during Whitewater events as needed.
Ability to lift and carry at least 75 pounds over various terrain.
Ability to sit or stand on mowing equipment for prolonged periods.
Ability to bend, stand, lean, and kneel regularly and for sustained periods.
Ability to safely self-transport over uneven terrain or in a confined space.
Ability to work in shared spaces with other employees and customers.
Must report and work onsite at Whitewater locations.
Ability to work outdoors for sustained periods in all weather and environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement seasonal planting plans and landscape enhancement projects.
Assist other departments, facility crews, and contractors with onsite maintenance and projects.
Manage a greenhouse program.
Maintain the health and appearance of trees, shrubs, annuals, and other plants throughout the property.
Perform pruning, planting, mulching, fertilization, and other horticultural maintenance activities.
Ensure guest safety while performing tasks with landscape equipment.
Work as a member of a small team and independently to complete assigned tasks.
Collaborate with facilities, operations, and event teams to prepare grounds for daily activities and special events.
Perform other duties as assigned.