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COVENANT WOODS

HORTICULTURE TECHNICIAN

Mechanicsville, VA

$33.40K - $33.90K/yr

High school diploma required; college coursework in horticulture, agriculture, or related field ... Pay : Competitive hourly rate, based on experience * Flexible scheduling in a supportive, mission ...

Covenant Woods

HORTICULTURE TECHNICIAN

Mechanicsville, VA · On-site

$33.40K - $33.90K/yr

High school diploma required; college coursework in horticulture, agriculture, or related field ... Pay : Competitive hourly rate, based on experience * Flexible scheduling in a supportive, mission ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for horticulture pay rate in the United States is $22.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Horticulture Pay Rate vs Landscape Technician Pay Rate?

AspectHorticulture Pay RateLandscape Technician Pay Rate
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications like ISA Arborist or Pesticide LicenseHigh school diploma; certifications like ISA Arborist or pesticide licenses often preferred
Work EnvironmentNurseries, botanical gardens, research facilitiesOutdoor job sites, residential and commercial landscapes
Employer & Industry UsageNurseries, botanical gardens, research institutionsLandscape companies, maintenance firms, construction

Both roles often require similar certifications and work outdoors, but Horticulture Pay Rate typically applies to specialized plant care and research settings, while Landscape Technician Pay Rate is associated with landscape installation and maintenance. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right roles and salary expectations.

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Adjunct Opportunities - Horticulture

BERGEN COMM COLLEGE

Paramus, NJ • On-site

$922 - $960/wk

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Adjunct Positions

Bergen Community College is accepting applications for adjunct positions in the Biology and Horticulture department for Summer and Fall 2026.

Horticulture Department

Horticulture is the science and art of growing plants. The horticulture program at Bergen Community College focuses on ornamental plants, those valued for their appearance, beauty or fragrance, as opposed to those grown for human consumption as in agriculture or utilitarian value as in textiles or other industries. The mission of the horticulture program at Bergen Community College is to train students in the art, science and business of the ornamental plant industries and developing their abilities to research, evaluate and organize information to present their findings before teachers, peers, employers or clients. Our horticulture faculty encourage creative problem solving, teamwork and individual effort, hands-on learning, professionalism, and entrepreneurship in our students.

Requirements:

In order to teach in the department an applicant must have industry experience and a firm understanding of ornamental horticulture. Adjuncts should have experience in one of the areas represented by these courses: Plant Propagation Landscaping of annual plants Landscaping of woody plants Pests of ornamental plants Fundamentals of Horticulture Turf and Grounds

A successful candidate should meet the following criteria:

Required: Industry experience and firm understanding of ornamental horticulture.

Preferred: Formal education in horticulture or a related field; teaching experience is a plus.

Education: An associate degree or higher is preferred but not necessary depending on professional experience.

Rates and Benefits:

  • Adjunct rates range from $922 to $960. The pay rates are $938 a credit for adjuncts who have obtained an Associates, $950 for a Bachelor's and $960 for a Master's.
  • Tuition Waiver for BCC courses for themselves or their dependents
  • ABP and 403b

Bergen Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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