Horticulturist
Golden Ocala boasts a refined landscape in the French provincial format with formal hedges, classic gardens and manicured lawns. We are looking to add a team-oriented individual with a passion for beautiful landscaping, professional service and the golf country club atmosphere. This is a high expectation position with the focus on continuing to foster a team environment while enhancing conditions in and around the Club House, common areas, Gates, access areas and golf course beds. Our team concentrates our effort into creating a unique development plan to enhance each team member's skills and focus on work- life balance as a key component. The Assistant Horticulturist will work 40 hours per week and a few hours every other Saturday.
Our team consists of 14 landscapers, 8 floriculture technicians, 2 irrigation technicians, 1 spray technician and 4 trim technicians.
Educational Requirements
· Degree in Horticulture or related field preferred, or 5-8 years relevant experience.
Experience Requirements
· Must have a TEAM mentality. The right candidate must have the willingness to grow and learn as well as having a desire to advance their career in the golf course horticulture industry.
· Must be self-motivated, lead by example, and have a strong attention to detail.
· This is an ideal position for a self-motivated individual with a positive attitude who thrives in a culture that encourages individuals to make decisions independently and learn how to use their time productively.
· Ability to analyze and solve problems, and efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure.
· This position will be directly involved with creating and adapting the daily work schedule on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Must not be afraid to make mistakes and constantly learn.
· Supervises and participates in fertilizer and pesticide applications. Must know how to operate and calibrate fertilizer and pesticide equipment. Maintain application sheets and documents for inventory control.
· Must have extensive plant knowledge and considerable background in landscape and team management.
· Florida Pesticide License preferred.
Job Benefits
· 40-hour work week
· Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
· 401k w/ matching contributions
· Vacation Time
· Uniforms
· Golf privileges
· Meal Discounts
· Use of company owned hotels throughout United States
Date Job is Available
Salary
$45,000 to $55,000 per year
Overtime: No
Job Application Instructions
Send resumes to Lou Eckhart, Golf Course Superintendent
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