Horticulturist Job at Harris County, Houston, TX

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  • Harris County
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Harris County – Commissioner Precinct One has several opportunities for an Horticulturist!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will design, install, and maintain landscapes and gardenscapes throughout Harris County – Precinct One’s Parks, Community Centers, and Courthouses.
You will conduct soil analysis, adding soil amendments, till and grade soil to prepare for landscapes and seasonal planting; assist with digging trenches, installing drainage and irrigation, and make repairs to gravel walkways.
You will also, install trees, shrubs, and flowers in designated garden areas and maintain equipment and tools.
Other duties as assigned.

Education:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Experience:

Horticulturist I – One (1) year of related experience
Horticulturist II- Three (3) years of related experience
Horticulturist III – Five (5) years of related experience
Proficiency in Microsoft software applications which could include Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point and Share Point

Licensure:

Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B within given time frame

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of landscape design and plant cultivation, integrated pest management, soil amendments and fertilizers
Knowledge of native plants
Knowledge of operating landscaping equipment

Tagged as: Conservation

Job Tags

Seasonal work,

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