Horticulturist: Conservation Garden & Plant Care

San Diego Zoo Safari Park; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is seeking a Horticulturist to perform routine horticultural and grounds maintenance duties at the Safari Park. You will plant, transplant, monitor plant health, and implement fertilization and irrigation strategies to support vibrant landscapes.

Responsibilities include pruning, maintaining equipment, and documenting planting schedules and garden status. A.A. in horticulture or related field and a California driver's license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior commercial plant care/landscape experience preferred.
• A.A. in horticulture, botany, plant science, or related degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plant and transplant various flora based on environmental requirements.
• Monitor plant health and identify disorders.
• Apply fertilization, mulching, and irrigation for optimal growth.
• Prune and shape plants to maintain aesthetics.
• Operate and maintain horticultural equipment and irrigation systems.
• Maintain records of planting schedules and maintenance activities.

Skills

Plant cultivation

Soil management

Pest management

irrigation

Record keeping

Education

A.A. in horticulture

Driver's license

Tools

Lawnmowers

Tractors

Trimmers

Irrigation systems

Job description

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is seeking a Horticulturist to perform routine horticultural and grounds maintenance duties at the Safari Park. You will plant, transplant, monitor plant health, and implement fertilization and irrigation strategies to support vibrant landscapes.

Responsibilities include pruning, maintaining equipment, and documenting planting schedules and garden status. A.A. in horticulture or related field and a California driver's license are preferred.