Lead Horticulturist: Landscape & Irrigation

Universal Studios; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, FL is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Technician to join the Horticulture team. The role requires knowledge of botanical names for common trees, palms, and shrubs, plus the ability to install shrubbery, foliage, and trees, and to make informed horticultural decisions.

Responsibilities include maintaining shrubs and turf, caring for specialty crops such as roses and topiaries, selecting bedding plants, diagnosing plant nutrition and pest needs, and supporting

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED required.
• AA in Horticulture preferred.
• Completion of Valencia Community College Horticulture Program courses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of shrubs, vines, ground cover and turf; decide on method, timing and tools.
• Care of roses, topiaries, and foliage plants.
• Bedding plant selection, care, and layout.

Skills

Botanical nomenclature

Plant installation

Decision making

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA in Horticulture or equivalent

Valencia CC Horticulture courses or equivalent training

Tools

JCB front end loader

Irrigation system operation

Job description

Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, FL is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Technician to join the Horticulture team. The role requires knowledge of botanical names for common trees, palms, and shrubs, plus the ability to install shrubbery, foliage, and trees, and to make informed horticultural decisions.

Responsibilities include maintaining shrubs and turf, caring for specialty crops such as roses and topiaries, selecting bedding plants, diagnosing plant nutrition and pest needs, and supporting