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Adecco

Horticulture Technician

Dallas, TX

$18 - $20/hr

Do you love horticulture or plants? Well Adecco is looking for a part-time Horticultural Technician ... In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other ...

Adecco

Horticulture Technician

Dallas, TX

$18 - $20/hr

Do you love horticulture or plants? Well Adecco is looking for a part-time Horticultural Technician ... In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other ...

Madden Brothers, Inc.

Head of Horticulture

Brainerd, MN · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

Associate's degree in horticulture, landscaping, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of one full season of professional landscape or ...

Madden's on Gull Lake

Head of Horticulture

Brainerd, MN · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

Associate's degree in horticulture, landscaping, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of one full season of professional landscape or ...

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What is a horticulture associate?

Horticulture Associates are professionals who support the growth, maintenance, and care of plants in settings such as nurseries, greenhouses, botanical gardens, and landscaping companies. Their duties typically include planting, watering, pruning, fertilizing, and monitoring the health of various plants. They may also assist in pest management, propagation, and the upkeep of gardening equipment. Horticulture Associates often interact with customers or visitors, providing plant care advice and helping with plant selection. This role is ideal for individuals interested in plant science and hands-on outdoor work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a horticulture associate?

To thrive as a Horticulture Associate, you need a solid understanding of plant care, soil science, pest management, and often a background in horticulture or a related field. Familiarity with gardening tools, irrigation systems, and sometimes certification in pesticide application or nursery operations is beneficial. Excellent communication, customer service, and attention to detail are crucial soft skills for assisting customers and maintaining healthy plants. These skills ensure effective plant care, satisfied clients, and efficient daily operations in nurseries, garden centers, or landscaping environments.

What are some common challenges faced by horticulture associates when maintaining plant health in diverse environments?

Horticulture Associates often encounter challenges such as adapting plant care techniques to varying climate conditions, managing pest and disease outbreaks, and ensuring proper irrigation. Each work environment—whether it’s a greenhouse, nursery, or outdoor landscape—presents unique obstacles, requiring associates to monitor plant health closely and adjust their practices accordingly. Collaborating with team members and supervisors is essential to troubleshoot issues, implement integrated pest management, and maintain consistent plant quality.

What is the difference between Horticulture Associate vs Greenhouse Technician?

AspectHorticulture AssociateGreenhouse Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in horticultureHigh school diploma; certifications in plant care or greenhouse operations are common
Work EnvironmentNurseries, gardens, landscape companies, retail garden centersGreenhouses, plant production facilities, botanical gardens
Job DutiesPlant care, landscape maintenance, customer assistance, plantingPlant propagation, climate control, pest management, maintaining greenhouse conditions

Horticulture Associates and Greenhouse Technicians often share similar credentials and work environments, focusing on plant care and maintenance. However, Horticulture Associates typically work outdoors or in retail settings, while Greenhouse Technicians specialize in controlled environment plant production. Both roles are essential in the horticulture industry and often overlap in skills and certifications.

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Horticulture Technician

Mecklenburg County

Charlotte, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Mecklenburg County rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

97th of 848 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Mecklenburg County Horticulture team proudly manages and cares for all ornamental landscapes within the 210+ parks, facility areas, and greenway system trailheads within the Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation park system.  We are also responsible for tree planting and care, natural area management, and landscape design and installation.
The Horticulture Maintenance and Operations Technician typically works with a Horticulture Specialist within an assigned area of the park system.  You will perform horticulture maintenance and installation tasks. This includes but is not limited to pruning and trimming landscapes, pest control and managing soil health. The incumbent will also assist with plant health care and the ideal candidate would be well-versed in this area. You will also assist the Horticulture Manager and Specialists in other areas including equipment operation and maintenance, OSHA compliance and safety training, and record-keeping.  This position also performs routine maintenance activities in any of the maintenance areas. The preferred candidate will possess an NC Pesticide License, or the ability to obtain within 18 months of hire.
By applying to the Horticulture Technician position, you also may be considered for other positions outside of Horticulture, of which you may meet the minimum qualifications.  A broader description of these positions are listed below in the Essential Functions, but not specific to Horticulture.
We are seeking someone who exhibits these qualities:
  • Hard-working and self-starting.
  • Seeks out new learning opportunities and professional growth.
  • Substantial plant knowledge and passionate about horticulture.
  • Has training and education in best management practices including integrated pest management (IPM), soil preparation/management, and plant selection.
  • Interested in exploring more sustainable practices in the profession of park horticulture and landscape management.
  • Associates or 4-year degree in Horticulture, Botany, or Biology preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Perform setup, breakdown, and cleaning during events.
  • Perform routine and non-routine cleaning services to restrooms and rental facilities.
  • Remove limbs and debris; blows leaves off sidewalks and greenways; clears mud and water from greenway tunnels after storms, and mow and trim ballfields.
  • May assist in manual labor as needed such as brick laying, pipe laying, painting, carpentry, and other construction tasks.
  • Layout measurements and line ballfields and assist in performing field maintenance.
  • Operate power mowers, chainsaws, brush cutter, edger and clippers, power washers, ATVs, litter vacuum, and other equipment used in facility maintenance, landscaping, roadside maintenance, and right of way cleaning.
  • Open park gates and removes trash.
  • Assist repair technicians in duties.
  • May operate light equipment such as utility vehicles, tractors, mowers and dump trucks.
  • May serve as a lead on a small work crew, community service workers, volunteers and/or part-timers.
  • May receive, sort, and package materials.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience related to area of assignment.
  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: N/A
  • Computer Skills: General knowledge of applicable computer programs.
  • Licenses and Certifications: Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges. Depending on area of assignment- may require Class A or Class B CDL.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge:
  • Light equipment used in maintenance, grounds keeping, and construction.
  • Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this equipment.
  • Safe work practices and hazards associated with work.
  • Use of the tools, equipment, supplies, and methods used in the maintenance activities.

Skills:
  • Filling out daily work sheets and other required forms.
  • Light trucks, small tractors, mowers and similar automotive equipment.

Abilities:
  • Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.
  • Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
  • Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided.
  • Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.
  • Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.
  • Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
  • Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in area of expertise.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
In addition to a competitive salary, Mecklenburg County offers a generous benefits package which greatly increases your total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge and pet insurance; dependent care, healthcare and commuter flexible spending accounts;  health savings account; paid holiday, vacation and sick days; near site clinics for preventive care and illnesses; an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more; an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling; access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities; paid family leave; tuition reimbursement; a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions and a defined benefit plan for retirement.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Works outdoors in varying weather conditions.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT:
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.

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