HORTICULTURIST

Job Description Job Description MEMCO Houston is hiring a HORTICUTURIST to start ASAP Job Location: Central Houston area Pay Rate: competitive salary and excellent benefits offered Job Summary:

Horticulturist coordinates the maintenance and enhancement of high-profile public park areas and downtown green spaces. While these spaces feature diverse landscapes such as lawns, woodlands, prairies, and wildflower meadows, the Horticulturist focuses primarily on preserving design integrity and maintenance of numerous perennial gardens. Duties and Responsibilities:

Care for and maintain the health and aesthetic of plant beds in accordance with park standards

Perform daily tasks including planting, transplanting, pruning, mulching, and weeding

Maintain plant records to ensure adherence to garden design intent

Oversee a small team and assist with supervision of volunteers during planting and maintenance activities

Implement pest management and monitor plant health

Prepare soil and apply amendments

Coordinate seasonal planting for color and visual interest

Monitor soil moisture and irrigation systems daily, repair minor leaks, and report issues as needed

Maintain and repair gravel pathways

Rake and remove trash. Qualifications

Associates degree in Horticulture or closely related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred)

A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the horticultural field that demonstrates knowledge of horticultural principles, landscape management techniques, plant identification, and garden design concepts

Valid Texas driver’s license (current and in good standing)

Able to obtain a Non-Commercial Texas Department of Agriculture Pesticide license in Ornamental and Turf categories within six (6) months of hire

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word Abilities

Be a collaborative team player committed to maintaining positive engagement with colleagues and the public

Work in various weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks

Safely operate manual and power tools

Lift up to 50 pounds

Work flexible hours as needed, including some Saturdays for volunteer events Please reach out to Carlos Mejia at MEMCO Houston or email resume to View email address on click.appcast.io for more information MEM-HOU

\nCompany Description MEMCO staffing was founded in 1996, we are not your everyday staffing agency, we place good people with a fitted client, 95% of your jobs are temp to perm, We take care of our clients as well as our employees.

Company Description MEMCO staffing was founded in 1996, we are not your everyday staffing agency, we place good people with a fitted client, 95% of your jobs are temp to perm, We take care of our clients as well as our employees.