Supervisor, Horticulture

Universal Orlando•Orlando, FL

About The Position

The Supervisor, Horticulture is responsible for supervising general horticulture maintenance activities to ensure high-quality standards for UO landscape areas, while overseeing and implementing UO safety policies and procedures among team members. The role coordinates and directs horticulture work, supports the team’s development, and monitors landscaping quality, budgets, equipment, and daily operations. The supervisor coordinates area designs and seasonal horticulture themes, researches and develops new plant species, and oversees emergency planning and response, vendor and supplier inspections, and landscape licensing requirements. The role also supports Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established policies, procedures, training, and team-member involvement activities. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school degree or GED.
3–5 years of experience in Landscape Operations.
1–3 years of experience in a supervisory capacity.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (BA), Associate degree (AA), or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school in Horticulture or a related field.
5–7 years of experience in Landscape Operations.
Master Gardener certification.
Pest Control Operators License.
Certified Arborist certification.

Responsibilities

Create and disseminate horticulture work schedules using the Kronos time and attendance management system.
Complete employee performance appraisals, track required EHS training, and provide resources to help team members improve their horticultural knowledge and skills.
Coordinate with other UO departments and track work orders in Maximo to support horticulture labor and non-labor expenses.
Use Maximo to update essential data for daily divisional operations.
Monitor horticulture budgets weekly and prepare budgets for daily operations and Long Range Planning (LRP).
Assist in developing scopes of work and issue maintenance directives for horticulture team members based on the cultural requirements of each area.
Monitor the quality and effectiveness of landscaping work and the availability of horticulture tools, equipment, and materials.
Oversee equipment distribution and preventive maintenance.
Coordinate and create area designs and seasonal UO horticulture themes, and research and develop new plant species.
Oversee emergency planning and response, vendor and supplier inspections, and landscape licensing requirements.
Follow established UO Environmental, Health & Safety policies, procedures, training, and team-member involvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.