Top 3 Horticulturist Jobs in Aurora, Oh

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Akron Zoo —Akron, OH
- $20.89 - $24.75 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Paid training
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Salsbury-Schweyer, Inc —Akron, OH
- $23 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- Carpentry
- Management
- Writing skills
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Holden Forests & Gardens —Kirtland, OH
- $22.50 - $26.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Customer service
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
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Horticulturist

Akron Zoo -
Akron, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$20.89 - $24.75 an hour

Benefits

Paid training

Qualifications

Snow removal
Lifting equipment
Grounds maintenance and landscaping equipment operation
Outdoor work experience
Plant fertilization
Pruning (plant care)
Forklift
Outdoor debris cleaning
Planting (gardening technique)
Driver's License
Cultivation (fertilizing method)
Plant disease identification
Mulching
Pest control chemical handling
Material handling equipment operation
Ice removal

Full Job Description

Description:

This position possesses skills and knowledge for maintaining the grounds and landscaped areas and does so with minimum to moderate supervision. Must possess and be able to apply a good working knowledge of all aspects of horticulture. Planting, mulching, pruning, and general maintenance of flowerbeds and plantings is required. Must be able to perform required park cleanliness tasks such as litter removal and blow downs with minimum supervision. Attention to detail is necessary. At least 1-2 years’ experience working in a public garden, zoological park or similar facility is preferred. College degree in horticulture, landscape architecture, botany, or related field preferred. Pesticide license is preferred (or must be willing to obtain license within 6 months - zoo paid training).

Requirements:

Regular maintenance and installation of gardens, landscaped areas, exhibits, and planters. Eliminate overgrowth and manage natural areas.
Evaluate and work with Senior Facilities & Grounds Manager to correct problems with flora related diseases and pests. Work closely with staff and contractor on pest and insect control as needed.
Application of fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides.
Responsible for lawn maintenance.
Removal of snow and ice.
Responsible for installation of plants to ensure success of growth. Meet park’s landscaping plan and original design specifications.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and execute safely and efficiently both routine and non-routine work assignments.
Operate equipment such as tractors, high lifts, forklifts, trucks, and carts.
Maintain outdoor areas of park as appropriate to ensure a safe and pleasant guest experience.
Responsible for generation of work requests/and track completion/quality of all assigned work required.
Provide input into annual landscape plan.
Maintain accurate records as needed.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, this employee may be required to perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by his/her immediate supervisor. The Akron Zoo reserves the right to revise and change job duties as business requirements dictate.

The Akron Zoo is a Drug-Free Workplace and an EOE. Valid Ohio driver’s license required.

This is a Full-time, Non-Exempt, Collective Bargaining position with benefits. Hourly pay for this position ranges from $20.89 - $24.75 based on experience as per union contract. Normal operation hours are Tuesday - Saturday 6:00am-3:00pm with Sunday and Monday as the days off. This position may include working some weekends, holidays, and evenings. Open until filled. Age 18 or over to apply.

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