Gardener Ld-Union

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Job Profile Title:

Gardener Ld-Union

Job Code:

14094

Profile Title:

14094 Gardener Ld-Union

Grade / Band:

Union - Hourly

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

The Lead Gardener position is primarily responsible for overseeing the day-to-day Horticulture operations of the property to ensure that all indoor and outdoor landscape areas are well-maintained and visually appealing.

• Responsible for always maintaining the MGMRI standards of service to guests and coworkers

• Ensures the principal duties and responsibilities of horticulture classifications are properly performed.

• Drive and operate company vehicles, and/or Horticulture related equipment to travel between properties and transport materials and equipment.

• Direct daily assignments while working with the crew on tasks, events or projects, or any horticulture related duties; troubleshoot and shift priorities as needed.

• Communicate, plan and follow up on assignments with managers and stakeholders.

• Perform regular site inspections in areas of responsibility to prioritize workload, including shift coverage and design work as needed.

• Assist with purchasing duties and maintain inventory while coordinating with management for budgetary and tracking purposes.

• Assist with teaching laborers and gardeners on proper Horticulture practices and industry standards.

• Clean and maintain gardening tools, equipment, and supply areas to ensure good working conditions.

• Follow MGMRI policies and procedures for mobile devices to include work order creation, response, and completion.

• Inspect the work area to identify and correct any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards.

Performs other job-related duties as requested

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Required

Two year degree or certificate in Ornamental Horticulture or related field.

Preferred

2+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Supervisory experience

Preferred

2+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Experience in high end/high volume horticulture environments.

Preferred

4+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Experience working in Commercial landscape maintenance or Resort environment.

Preferred

2+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Related experience

Required

Experience operating a forklift, Boom/scissor lift, Bobcat, Backhoe

Preferred

Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays

Preferred

Knowledgeable of Horticulture practices, to include but not limited to, plan identification, irrigation, pest management,  landscape design, floral design, Arboriculture, or plant maintenance

Skill in the effective and safe use, handling, operation of tools, equipment, and vehicles

Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and verbal forms

Able to lead and mentor a team

Perception and awareness of individual needs and the ability to handle all situations calmly and professionally

Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast paced, team-oriented environment

Basic knowledge of computer software to include Outlook, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as office equipment, i.e. telephone, copier, fax machine

Excellent organizational skills to function effectively under time constraints and within established deadlines, with particular  attention to detail

Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all business contacts

Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance adhering to company standards

Balancing

Bending

Carrying __pounds

Clear speech - simple

Clear speech - complex

Climbing

Crawling

Crouching

Distant vision

Driving - auto/van

Driving - limousine

Flexibility - upper body

Flexibility - lower body

Hearing/Listening

Kneeling

Lifting __pounds

Near vision

Normal vision

Pushing/Pulling

Reaching

Sitting

Standing - 5 hours minimum

Stooping

Typing __w.p.m.

Walking

Communication - verbal

Communication - written

Confined area

Contacts - works alone

Contacts - works around others

Contacts - works with others

Exposure to dust / dirt

Exposure to fumes / odors

Extreme cold

Extreme heat

Fast pace

Hazardous conditions - Chemicals

Hazardous conditions - high structures

Hazardous conditions - high voltage

Indoors

Noise levels - low to moderate

Noise levels - low to high

Office conditions

Outdoors

Restricted area

Shifts

Smoke

__% Travel

Vibration

Wet/Humid

Live Stream/ Video Recording

Analytical

Clerical

Comprehension

Crisis incidents

Customer service

Decision making

Fatigue

High pressure

Judgment

Long hours

Math skills - advance

Math skills - basic

Memorization

Organization

Perception

Reading - simple

Reading - complex

Repetition

Safety hazards

Tight deadlines

Working conditions

Writing - simple

Writing - complex