HORTICULTURIST

GLACIER MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATES LLC•Durango, CO

2d•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Horticulturist, under the supervision of the Landscape Manager, helps to manage the clubhouse grounds, specific Glacier Club property, entry statements and plant material adjacent to the golf course and roadways, including, but not limited to planted and native trees, planted and wildflower areas, pertinent irrigation systems, and constructed and natural hardscapes. This position includes access to all full-time benefits at Glacier, including health, dental and vision insurance, paid time-off (PTO), sick leave, and free access to amenities such as Golf, Tennis, Fitness Center (Gym) and discounted rates at Purgatory Resort (free) and the Durango Hot Springs (50% off).

Requirements

Physical activity is moderate to demanding and will require bending, kneeling, and lifting
Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
Must be able to use hand and power tools
Must be able to walk around clubhouse grounds, maintenance facility, and other landscaped areas, and safely operate pickup trucks, golf carts, and utility vehicles
Mental activity includes intermediate math skills for calculating data figures for projects and orders
Must be able to read, write, and verbally communicate with employees, management, members, and public
Must possess a reasoning capacity to be sensitive to environmental and public relation issues
Experience or ability to learn Microsoft Office
Extensive knowledge of characteristics, growth habits, and cultivation of a variety of plants
Extensive knowledge of characteristics and proper use of various fertilizers, soil conditioners, pest control methods and materials
Landscape design creativity
Supervisory skills
Knowledge of landscape installation, including irrigation and plant material
2 years’ experience in landscape maintenance and design or related field
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Aids the Landscape Manager in managing plant material throughout the property, including clubhouses, common areas, other Glacier Club property, and residences.
Performs administrative duties in coordination with the Landscape Manager
Supervises annual color ordering, planting, and maintenance with a team of Gardeners
Shares responsibility for daily presentation and maintenance of entrance drive from Hwy 550 to Clubhouse parking lot
Maintains a healthy and responsible plant nursery at the greenhouse with replacement inventory, communicating with Landscape Manager about orders and projects
Responsible for managing HOA and private residential landscapes in coordination with the landscaping team; including turf, beds, trees, annual color, and irrigation.
Works with Landscape Manager to develop preventative maintenance program for plant material, including wildlife protection, pest management, and winter maintenance
Trains employees on proper techniques for landscape maintenance, including safe and efficient use of all tools, materials, and equipment
Works with Landscape Manager on recommendation, design, purchasing, and implementation of landscape plantings
When requested, offers expertise to staff and owners on the proper care of plant material
Manages and trains other employees on the proper maintenance of the indoor plants at the clubhouse, fitness facility, and additional areas as needed
Snow removal administration; including snow removal agreements, scheduling, billing and coordination with other departments
Supervises seasonal holiday exterior decorations and lighting