Horticulturist

Currin Outdoor Living is seeking a horticulturist who would manage the quality of all maintenance and enhancement jobs at our company.  In this role, you will be tasked with making sure all maintenance jobs are of up most quality and that proper care and enhancement practices are being carried out.  Join our tight-knit, growth-oriented company where your talents are valued, and your professional development is a top priority.

We are seeking someone to lead and manage our installation crews.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $50,000 to $65,000 per year, based on experience
• Health Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan (up to 4% match)
• Paid Time Off and Vacation Pay
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Company Cell Phone

As the Horticulturist your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and manage a strategic maintenance calendar that aligns with best horticultural practices
• Visit all job sites to ensure best practices are being followed
• Train crews to follow our processes and hold them accountable
• Monitor lawn and plant health, soil conditions, and overall landscape performance.
• Work with our team and vendors to ensure our landscapes perform the way they should and meet client goals
• Demonstrate expertise in the care of landscape plant material, such as mowing, pruning, deadheading, pest and weed management, mulching, fertilizing, and other seasonal activities, regardless of weather conditions.
• Be a strong communicator and able to engage with our clients, crews, and other team members.
• Safely operate and maintain all tools and equipment required for horticultural tasks.
• Performing all aspects of seasonal care for properties, including pruning, weeding, mulching, pest management, hand watering, fertilization, shrub and flower installation and care, leaf removal, clean up of trash and debris, snow and ice removal.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, demonstrating resilience in hot, cold, rainy, windy, and snowy weather

Required Experience:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in maintaining horticultural gardens or landscapes
• Possession of an NC Pesticide Applicator’s License, or the ability to acquire one within 90 days of hire
• A valid NC Driver’s License with a clean record

Ideal Qualifications and Skills:

• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Horticultural Science or industry certification such as NCNLA Certified Plant Professional

• Excellent knowledge of pruning techniques for shrubs and small trees, encompassing structural, aesthetic, and corrective techniques based on season and plant type.
• Strong working knowledge of integrated pest management techniques, including pest identification, beneficial insects, chemicals, non-chemical methods, sprayer calibration, and accurate record-keeping.
• Highly organized and Highly detail-oriented – must be able to follow and execute processes, track and maintain to-do lists, comply with deadlines, receive information from multiple sources and act
• Excellent speaking and writing skills – must be able to communicate on phone and email with clients, vendors, etc. in an effective, professional manner
• Strong ability and interest to learn and utilize technology tools and platforms
• High level of character and integrity
• Be Humble (willing and able to give and receive feedback; able to learn and grow), Hungry (possess a desire to learn, grow, and succeed), and Smart (able to understand and adjust how they relate to other people)

Supervisory Responsibilities

Yes

Physical Demands
The position requires various physical activities, including prolonged standing, walking, stooping, crawling, kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, reaching, grasping, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and handling. Other requirements include talking, hearing, depth perception, manual dexterity, and a wide field of vision. Candidates must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds.

Work Environment
The physical demands of this position include being exposed to various outdoor conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and humidity. You will encounter fluctuating weather patterns and work in both wet and dry environments. This role also involves frequent exposure to high noise levels from equipment and machinery, as well as vibrations from the use of power tools.
Additional environmental exposures include:

• Proximity to moving mechanical parts, such as lawn mowers, trimmers, and other landscaping equipment.
• Potential exposure to electrical hazards, particularly when working near or with electrical systems (e.g., lighting or irrigation systems).
• Atmospheric conditions, such as dust, pollen, and fumes from machinery, fertilizers, or chemicals, requiring proper safety measures.
• Risk of electrical shock when using certain power tools or working around electrical systems.
• Working on or near wet, slippery surfaces, or uneven terrain, which may increase the risk of slips and falls.
• Bee stings and other bug bites
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

Currin Outdoor Living is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Currin Outdoor Living complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.

Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

If you are interested in managing high-caliber assignments and feel that you would be a great addition to our growing team, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you!