Horticultural Technician

Greenscape; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision/Dental insurance

Matching 401K

Earned Paid Time Off

Company Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance available

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Workstream in Durham, NC is searching for a Horticultural Technician to maintain high-quality landscapes year-round. Responsibilities include watering plants, applying growth regulators and fertilizers, and operating landscape equipment. Ideal candidates will have experience in grounds maintenance and the ability to lift over 50 lbs. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, 401K matching, and earned paid time off. Join a local, family-owned business with over 43 years of experience in the industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in the application of plant growth regulator.
• Knowledge of plant diseases, insect problems, and control measures.
• Ability to apply proper pruning principles.
• Experience with landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• NC driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Water new plant material including sod, plants, trees, and flowers.
• Apply plant growth regulator chemicals.
• Apply fertilizers, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Assist with annual flower installations.
• Operate mowers, blowers, and other landscape equipment.

Skills

Experience in the application of plant growth regulator

Knowledge of plant diseases

Knowledge of appropriate control measures

Ability to apply proper pruning principles

Experience with landscaping and grounds maintenance

Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Job description

Do you have the passion, skill and experience maintaining high-quality, beautiful landscapes? Do you have an eye for detail and take pride in a job well done? Are you excited by the thought of working outside all year round? Greenscape has a spot for you on our Green Team!

As a Horticultural Technician, you’ll kickstart your workday early, embracing the dynamic nature of the job that varies with the season. The Horticulturist job responsibilities include all aspects of landscaping maintenance including shrubs pruning, applying plant growth regulator, planting annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, irrigation, grasses, hardscapes, as well as snow related events.

Qualifications

• Experience in the application of plant growth regulator
• Knowledge of plant diseases, insect problems, and appropriate control measures.
• Knowledge and ability to apply proper pruning principles.
• Experience with landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• NC driver's license and reliable transportation to work
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather
• Ability to bend/reach and lift 50+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Water new plant material (sod, plants, trees and flowers)
• Apply plant growth regulator chemicals on plant and tree material
• Apply fertilizers, fungicides and insecticides on plant material
• Assist with annual flower installations
• Assist with landscape maintenance activities as needed
• Assist with landscape enhancement activities as needed
• Operate mowers, blowers, and other landscape equipment.
• Performing snow and ice removal as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

  Benefits

  • Vision/Dental insurance
  • Matching 401K
  • Earned Paid Time Off
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance available
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Weekly Pay

  We are a family business, locally owned and lead, operating across the Triangle Region of North Carolina. Established in 1979, today we employ over 200 team members in 4 locations, servicing a diversified portfolio of commercial clients. After 43+ years, we continue to operate with the same founding principles and values that have led to the growth and success that we enjoy today.