Horticulturist

Job Title:                     Landscape Superintendent

Reports to:                  Director of Golf Course Maintenance

FLSA Category:         Exempt/Salary Position

Compensation:            $100,000 to $125,000 Base Salary Commensurate with Experience

Relocation:                  Relocation Assistance Provided

Location:                     John’s Island Club

3 John’s Island Drive

Indian River Shores, FL 32963

 

About John’s Island Club:

John’s Island Club was established in 1996 as a premier, private, family-oriented Club. John’s Island Club takes full advantage of its barrier island location in Vero Beach, Florida, and is nestled between three miles of sandy beaches along the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River Lagoon. John’s Island offers classic to casual dining facilities, three 18-hole championship golf courses, 17 har-tru clay tennis courts, singles & doubles squash courts, pickleball courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, two croquet lawns, and an outstanding calendar of social and recreational activities.

At John’s Island there is a sincere appreciation for the staff and a work environment based on these values:

·      Integrity - Do the right thing

·      Community - Work together as a team

·      Accountability - Take pride in our work

·      Reach - Strive to improve every day

·      Everything Matters - Pay attention to details

For more information on the Club, please visit their website at https://www.johnsislandclub.org. 

Position Summary:

The Landscape Superintendent will have the responsibility to lead and support the operations of the Landscape Department. Specifically, creating, designing, installing and maintaining aesthetically pleasing landscapes around the Clubhouse, Tennis Facility, Pool area, and on the Golf Course. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for providing clear direction, delegation and assistance to a crew of landscape workers to accomplish their daily tasks and short- and long-term projects. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

·      Implement and oversee the planning, implementation, and maintenance of all landscaping across Club grounds and golf courses, ensuring the highest standards and aesthetic appeal.

·      Coordinate the scheduling and execution of projects, including the allocation of resources, materials, and personnel.

·      Inspect landscapes daily, identify issues, implement solutions, and recommend long-term improvements.

·      Manage department personnel, providing coaching, training, guidance, and performance evaluations, while promoting safety and efficiency.

·      Develop and manage budgets and procurement, and maintains detailed records for expenditures, equipment, chemicals, and safety compliance.

·      Ensure the safe and proper use, storage, application, and disposal of chemicals, pesticides, and other materials, applying Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices.

·      Drive continuous improvement by staying current with industry best practices, design trends, and new technologies through seminars, site visits, and technical literature.

Qualifications:

·      College degree in landscape design, horticulture, or plant/soil sciences preferred, or equivalent knowledge.

·      Experience and knowledge of landscape construction, design, and maintenance for ornamental plants, flowers, wildflowers, turf, and trees, including planting, cultivating, pruning, and all phases of landscape maintenance.

·      Knowledge of fertilizers, soil conditioners, pest control, drainage, and irrigation systems, including automatic controls.

·      Ability to lead, coach, and train employees, motivating them to work safely, efficiently, and effectively.

·      Proficient computer skills - Microsoft Office and other software.

·      Active membership in the Florida Landscape Association is preferred.

·      Certified or licensed in pesticide usage.

·      Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory record.

Club Benefits:

• Health insurance is available on the first of the month following sixty (60) days of employment (contributory).
• 401 (k) retirement plan with a matching contribution of 100% up to 5% of your weekly pay, after one year of service (first of the quarter following).
• Reasonable expenses paid for professional association dues to GCSAA and state/local chapters, and regional and national educational/seminars, including travel expenses.
• Coverage of regular monthly cell phone expenses.
• Club provided meals.
• Life Insurance – Equal to 1x Annual Salary (company paid)
• Long Term Disability – 60% paycheck replacement in the event of a claim (company paid)
• Golfing privileges, uniforms provided, lunch provided.
• Vacation, sick and personal time accrued in one PTO bank, and increasing after reaching service milestones: 

Point in Time                                      Days per Year

Prior to 1^st year Anniversary                      19

At 1^st year Anniversary                              24

At 5^th year Anniversary                              29

At 10^th year Anniversary                            34

 

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