Construction Gardener

Universal Orlando Resort; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando is seeking a skilled landscaper to perform maintenance as part of the Horticulture team. The role requires proficiency in plant identification (50 common plants within 90 days) and the ability to install shrubs, manage foliage, and operate heavy equipment.

A High school diploma or GED and 3+ years in landscape maintenance are required. A valid Florida driver’s license is also required, with responsibilities including site prep, irrigation management, and

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years construction or landscape maintenance experience.
• Valid Florida driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in specimen tree relocation and staking.
• Trim/prune shrubs, ground covers, vines, and some trees; operate related equipment.
• Prepare sites by removing old material, grading and drainage work.
• Operate machinery for loading, unloading, and transporting materials.
• Water plants via irrigation zones or hand watering as needed.
• Install and maintain trees, shrubs, groundcovers, mulch, and drainage systems.

Skills

Plant identification

Irrigation knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Irrigation systems

Pruning tools

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs skilled landscape maintenance tasks as part of a Horticulture team; proficiency in plant identification of 50 common plant names within 90 days of hire date; ability to perform shrub installation, foliage maintenance, tree installation, heavy equipment operation, and basic clean up.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs skilled landscape maintenance tasks as part of a Horticulture team; proficiency in plant identification of 50 common plant names within 90 days of hire date; ability to perform shrub installation, foliage maintenance, tree installation, heavy equipment operation, and basic clean up.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in specimen tree relocation, including ball and burlap operation, jetting in, and staking and guying.


• Responsible for trimming/pruning shrubs, ground covers, vines and some trees and palms with hand-held tools and 2-cycle equipment. Operates power shovel and power hammer.


• Performs site preparation tasks including removal of existing plant material and hardscape, grading and drainage.


• Operates machinery for loading, unloading and transporting materials, equipment and supplies.


• Identifies need for and provide supplemental water with manual operation of automatic irrigation zones and hand watering.


• Assists with the installation, mulching, watering and maintenance of tree, shrub, and groundcover plantings. Installs hardscape elements including gravel, timber walls, and drainage systems.


• Performs equipment maintenance as required.


• 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.

EDUCATION:

• High school degree or GED required


• Horticultural expertise preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years construction or landscape maintenance experience, preferably in an upscale commercial, residential or resort environment required


• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Florida Driver’s License Required

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Responsible for performing basic Construction Gardener functions including: Tree/shrub installation, maintenance of all foliage, detailing and clean up, watering, heavy equipment operating, and mulching, tree rigging, tree staking and guying.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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