Horticulturist - Universal Epic Universe

JOB SUMMARY: Performs specialized landscape maintenance functions as part of a Horticulture team in addition to having knowledge in the botanical names of all common trees, palms, and shrubs; ability to install shrubbery, foliage, trees; ability to understand the nomenclature of all common foliage; ability to make decisions. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for maintenance of shrub, vine, ground cover and turf maintenance, including decision making on method, timing, and tools. * Responsible for culture and care of specialty crops including roses, topiaries, and foliage plants. * Responsible for bedding plant selection, care and layout. * Performs diagnosis of plant nutrition and pest control needs; fertilization and herbicide. * Performs landscape rehabilitation, including demolition and installation. * Operates heavy equipment i.e.: JCB front end loader. * Identifies need for and provides supplemental water with manual operation of automatic irrigation zones and hand watering. * Maintains equipment in proper running order. * Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities. * Performs other duties as assigned. SCOPE: Responsible for performing basic horticulture functions including: All shrub and tree installations, maintenance of all foliage, detailing and clean-up. In addition, being able to operate manual irrigation valves and support watering efforts. Being accountable to spot deficiencies in the landscapes and identify pests. Furthermore, having good decision-making skills and strong leadership qualities. EDUCATION: * High school degree or GED is required. * Associate's degree (AA) in Horticulture or equivalent from two-year College or technical school is preferred. EXPERIENCE: * 1 year of landscape maintenance experience is required. * 5-7 years' experience of landscape maintenance in upscale commercial, residential, or resort environment or other horticultural enterprise is preferred; * or equivalent combination of education and experience. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: * Valid Florida Driver's License required. * One of the following certifications is preferred: Florida Certified Nursery Professional or Florida Certified Landscape Technician, Landscape Maintenance Operator, Certified Arborist. Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package. Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means. Universal Orlando Resort. Here you can. Universal Orlando is an equal opportunity employer. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & 2024 Universal Studios. All rights reserved. EOE

Created: 2024-11-02