Horticulture Technician

Entertainment Places; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Discounts on park tickets for family &

Park discounts on food & merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment in Tampa is hiring a grounds maintenance team member to perform mowing, trimming, planting, and general landscape care. You will help maintain park grounds and assist in keeping the area safe and welcoming for guests and team members.

The role requires physical fitness, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and flexibility to work early shifts across varying weather conditions. Teamwork and reliable attendance are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Basic plant or landscape knowledge.
• At least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain park driver’s license preferred.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Basic operational knowledge of both power and hand tools.
• Ability to lift, pull, and push a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods in extreme weather conditions.
• Scheduling flexibility—work 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Strong multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain park grounds through mowing, trimming, watering, weeding, planting, pruning, and container maintenance.
• Maintain cleanliness and quality of work area.
• Maintain accurate records of activities performed.
• Operate park vehicles.
• Provide excellent service to guests and Ambassadors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work through any weather condition, except lightning.

Skills

Basic plant knowledge

Excellent English communication

Operational knowledge of power and-?"?

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Compensation Rate: $14.00/hr

What you get to do:

You’ll help grow and maintain our beautiful park grounds. This involves performing a variety of ground maintenance duties, including mowing, trimming, watering, weeding, planting, pruning, and container maintenance.

• Maintain cleanliness and quality of work area
• Maintain accurate records of activities performed
• Work through any weather condition, except lightning
• Practices safe work habits, including the use of personal protective equipment
• Provide excellent service to guests and Ambassadors
• Operate park vehicles
• Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

• Basic plant or landscape knowledge
• At least 18 years old
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a park driver’s *license preferred
• Excellent English communication skills
• Basic operational knowledge of both power and hand tools
• Ability to lift, pull, and push a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time in extreme weather conditions
• Scheduling flexibility-be able to work 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Strong multi-tasking abilities
• Ability to complete all legal, company and department training requirements

The perks of the position:

• Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:
• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We’re also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We’re always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.