Assistant Horticulturist
Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club
For golf enthusiasts, Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club boasts a riveting 27-hole championship course designed by golf course architect Ron Garl.
Golden Ocala boasts a refined landscape in the French provincial format with formal hedges, classic gardens and manicured lawns. We are looking to add a team-oriented individual with a passion for beautiful landscaping, professional service and the golf country club atmosphere. This is a high expectation position with the focus on continuing to foster a team environment while enhancing conditions in and around the Club House, common areas, Gates, access areas and golf course beds. Our team concentrates our effort into creating a unique development plan to enhance each team member's skills and focus on work- life balance as a key component. The Assistant Horticulturist will work 40 hours per week and a few hours every other Saturday.
Experience Requirements:
Must have a TEAM mentality. The right candidate must have the willingness to grow and learn as well as having a desire to advance their career in the golf course horticulture industry.
Thorough knowledge of and experience with all equipment associated with landscape maintenance and installation to include commercial mowers, tractors, gas powered hand tools, golf carts, trimmers, edgers, etc.
Experience in landscape installation and maintenance in a commercial or golf course setting.
Must be self-motivated, lead by example, and have a strong attention to detail.
Ability to analyze and solve problems, and efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure.
Supervises and participates in fertilizer and pesticide applications. Must know how to operate and calibrate fertilizer and pesticide equipment. Maintain application sheets and documents for inventory control.
Must have extensive plant knowledge and considerable background in landscape and team management.
Degree in Horticulture or related field preferred, or 3-6 years relevant experience.
Job Benefits:
40-hour work week
Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
401k w/ matching contributions
Vacation Time
Uniforms
Golf privileges
Meal Discounts
Use of company owned hotels throughout United States
Salary:
$45,000-$55,000/year