Horticulturist

Prime•Springfield, MO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Primatara, a picturesque estate & horse farm located in Springfield Missouri, is seeking a horticulturist to continue to cultivate the beauty of the property. This role is ideal for someone who is self-motivated, driven, and thrives working with flowers, trees, and plants. Primatara is owned by Prime Inc., a highly regarded employer in Southwest Missouri, offering a rare opportunity with excellent benefits.

Requirements

Knowledge of ground maintenance and operation of lawn care equipment is preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and co-workers.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in horticulture, botany, or natural sciences degree, or at least 5 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be able to pass a job-specific post-offer physical prior to beginning employment, testing strength and mobility.
Constant standing, walking, forward reaching, pedal control and grasping.
Frequent head turning, bending, kneeling, stooping, squatting, handling, climbing and reaching.
Ability to lift and carry 50lbs and push and pull a push mower seasonally.

Nice To Haves

Post-Secondary education is beneficial but not required.
Certification of a Pesticide Applicator’s License is preferred.

Responsibilities

Bioswale maintenance, including separation and removal of proper vegetation.
Perform propagation, irrigation, and pest management of plants.
Control plant growth regulation through mixing and testing fertilizers and monitoring injectors.
Manage scheduling for timing of appropriate planting.
Operate equipment such as trucks, tractors, and sprayers.
Maintain required knowledge of established garden plants and their cultural requirements for growth and cultivation.
Perform and support horticultural practices that facilitate plant health through understanding soil nutrition, sustainable gardening, and integrated pest management.
Turf and lawn maintenance.

Benefits

Excellent Health Insurance Benefits at Reasonable Rates
HSA Benefits
Dental & Vision Plans
Accident, Short Term Disability & Life Insurance Options
401k Retirement Plans with up to a 5% Match from Prime Inc.
Innovative Wellness Program that Pays You to be Healthy
Vacation & Sick Time
On Site Fitness Club: Weight Training Center, Cardio Lounge, Aerobics & Yoga Classes, Basketball Court
On Site Salon & Spa
On Site Restaurant
On Site Daycare Center
On Site Doctor’s Office & Chiropractor
Competitive Salary
Yearly Prime Inc. Shareholder’s Bonus