Horticulture Specialist

## Overview You can work anywhere. So why [work at Weller Brothers](http://wellerbrothers.com/careers/)? We believe that we are the best employer in the Midwest. We care for our people, which goes beyond boasting “competitive wages and team culture” (although, we certainly provide those things, too!) Whether you’re a new high school grad looking for a career in the construction industry, a landscape architect with years of experience, or — like some of our employees — an adult seeking a totally new career path, we believe that you can be somebody here. JOB SUMMARY The primary responsibility of the Horticulturist is to grow, maintain, and take care of all types of plants and landscapes in a variety of settings. A horticulture specialist can expect to assist in other business areas, such as fertilization, irrigation, and tree health. Provide excellent customer service by assisting customers promptly and courteously. Answer questions and provide information as needed. Perform all job responsibilities in a safe, timely, and efficient manner. ## Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and competency satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. - Oversee day-to-day crew tasks including but not limited to fertilizer and chemical applications, lawn mowing, power raking, irrigation installation and repair, landscape bed maintenance, perimeter pest control applications, spring, and fall cleanups, and other lawn and landscape maintenance tasks. - Professionally communicate with clients. - Use knowledge of the turfgrass and landscape industry to inform and educate clients. - Must be legally licensed with a state-specific pesticide applicator license. - Acquires and stores pesticides; mixes or dilutes specified chemicals or materials according to directions; and applies them at the recommended rate. - Able to use outdoor maintenance and power equipment, a variety of hand tools, and legally operate a motor vehicle. - Willingness to work as part of a team or alone, in all weather conditions. - Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor daily. - Installs, adjusts, and performs minor repairs on application equipment. - Instruct team members, as required, in applying sprays, dust, and other materials. - Follow uniform policy and all policies as specified in the Employee Handbook. Hold crew members accountable for following policies. - Retain, label, and submit all receipts timely and accurate. - Commit the hours necessary to make sure the job is done to satisfaction. - Make decisions that are in the best interest of the company. - Assist in maintaining all Weller Brothers equipment. - Assist with Snow Removal in Winter. - Other duties are needed to help drive and fulfill the Weller Brothers Mission, including referring new team members for employment. COMPENSATION AND AVAILABLE BENEFITS Benefits Available after 60 Days of Service - Health Insurance Available - Dental Insurance Available - Vision Insurance Available - Short Term Disability - Long Term Disability Benefits Available After 6 Months of Service - Paid Paternity/Maternity Leave Benefits Available After 1 Year of Service - 401K with Company Match Up to 4% Benefits Available at Start of Employment - Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Cell Phone Reimbursement - Year Round Employment - Positive and Motivated Work Environment ## Requirements REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES - Strong communication skills. - Superior work ethic. - Ability to manage and train new team members. - Timely input of hours on LMN software to ensure accurate payroll processing. - Detail-oriented, with considerable attention to order and cleanliness. - Hold team members accountable for being to work on time and doing their respective duties - Hold team members accountable for proper care of c…