Top 11 Horticulturist Jobs in Hackensack, Nj

Assistant Horticulturist
Battery Park Authority —New York, NY
- $42,000 - $47,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Horticulturist, Propagation Specialist
Friends of the High Line —New York, NY
- $32.69 an hour
- Overtime
- Sanitation
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Horticulturist
Battery Park City Authority —New York, NY
- $50,000 - $56,000 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
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Seasonal Horticulturist
Battery Park City Authority —New York, NY
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Seasonal
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Indoor Horticulturist
John Mini Distinctive Landscapes —Jersey City, NJ
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- 1 year
- Entry level
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Interior Horticulturist (Full Time)
Yellowstone Landscape —Brooklyn, NY
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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Interior Horticulturist (Part-time)
Yellowstone Landscape —Brooklyn, NY
- $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Google Workspace
- Continuous improvement
- 1 year
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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Seasonal Worker Horticulturist for the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory
New York Botanical Garden —Bronx, NY
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License

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Horticulturist, Propagation Specialist
Friends of the High Line —New York, NY
Act as an ambassador for Friends of the High Line, answering park visitors’ questions about horticulture, High Line history, design, and general park…
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IPM Specialist
Verano —Readington, NJ
The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. Must be 21 years of age or older, and able to successfully…
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Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens —Columbus, OH
Associates or Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, botany, or a related field OR 2 years of hands-on experience with tropical plants with extensive knowledge in…
$19 an hour
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Willoway Nurseries Inc. —Hilliard, OH
Execute inter-farm and inner-farm transfers with accurate documentation and communication. Support receiving operations by unloading incoming plant trucks and…
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Assistant Horticulturist

Battery Park Authority
New York, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$42,000 - $47,000 a year

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Employee relationship building
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Position Summary:

The Assistant Horticulturist is responsible for assisting Horticulturists and Senior Horticulturists in maintaining the landscapes, soils and trees throughout Battery Park City. The Assistant Horticulturist should be aware of sustainable practices and take proactive steps towards applying these practices in their daily work. As with all positions, this position will continually exemplify and promote the core values, mission, and culture of the organization.

Essential Duties:

Assist in the horticulture work such as, planting, transplanting, weeding, watering, mulching, chipping, composting, pruning, deadheading, and other related tasks
Assist in the development of healthy soils through best management practices, including producing and applying compost and compost tea
Work closely with Seasonal Horticulturists, volunteers and other BPCA staff to complete assigned tasks
Assist in managing garden spaces, trees and irrigation systems as assigned and identify solutions as appropriate to focus on optimum plant health
Assist in scouting and reporting potential insect, disease, and other pest problems in line with integrated pest management techniques, including identification and implementation cultural controls
Assist in updating and maintaining appropriate records and documents
Remove litter and maintain high organizational standards of cleanliness
Work closely with other Parks Operations staff and BPCA departments to assist in public educational activities such as garden tours, volunteer groups and public and programmed events
Safely and effectively operate equipment, , e.g., vehicles, hand tools, power equipment and safety equipment
Maintain a high standard for safety by timely and safely cautioning off sites for workplace and public safety
Use personal protective equipment and adhere to all safety rules and regulations
Identify and report park issues and hazards appropriately and timely
Perform emergency and non-emergency work as assigned such as work related to programmed and permitted events, field specific issues and severe weather events, e.g., snow and ice removal and flood protection measures as directed
Maintain professionalism, including when interacting with the public
Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Horticulture and/or related field
High School Diploma or GED
Valid U.S. Driver’s License
OSHA 10, certifications, higher education, and/or trainings on relevant skills preferred
Experience with pest management preferred
Experience working in public settings and knowledge of sustainability practices preferred

Competencies:

Detailed oriented
Problem solving skills
Conflict resolution skills
Collaborative

Skills:

Knowledge of horticultural, composting and pest management techniques
Ability to operate tools and equipment to perform work
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good judgement and decision-making skills
Ability to interact well with staff at all levels of the organization
Ability to learn new skills and maintain up to date information on relevant skills and techniques
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work outdoors and in all types of weather
Stand, sit, and squat for long periods of time
Perform repetitive movements
Push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.

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Horticulturist, Propagation Specialist

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Interior Horticulturist (Part-time)

Seasonal Worker Horticulturist for the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory

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