Lead Landscape Technician - Horticulture

Responsibilities Maintenance on all ornamental plantings, ex: fertilizing, watering and pruning Install of plant material Spray/record all chemicals Operate vortex spreader Apply fertilizer growth regulator, soil amendments and pre-emergence Maintain mulch/pine straw areas Operate small equipment Operates construction equipment ex: loader/backhoe Operates all mowing equipment Acts as a foreman and leads other Horticulture employees in the absence of a supervisor Fills in for other Horticulture team members as needed Qualifications Previous experience in landscape maintenance or landscape installation Knowledge of plant material Physically able to bend, stretch, and lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to stand on feet for extended periods Must be able to perform outdoor physical labor in varying weather conditions. Must be able to accept a leadership role (supervise crew) Benefits Medical, dental, vision and life insurance Paid vacation after 6 months Paid time off after 90 days: 10 holidays, 3 sick days and 3 personal days 401(k) with company match Flexible spending and health savings accounts LTD and STD Employee discounts: food, retail merchandise, boat rentals Golf privileges Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr AgHires