Supervisor, Horticulture Trials

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for day to day maintenance of the research / trials gardens under the direction of the Trials Manager. Oversee efficient productivity and timely completion of duties in assigned areas. Physically perform garden labor. Work in all weather conditions. Contribute to team effort. Work week is a Monday-Friday schedule; holiday and weekend schedules do apply.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :

• Physically perform general landscape maintenance, including planting, weeding, watering, fertilizing, doing minor irrigation repairs, pruning, and pest control according to written maintenance and safety standards
• Perform data collection including : rating, labeling, and photographs
• Under the direction of the Trials Manager implement fertilization schedules
• Train and develop gardeners to increase knowledge of plant materials and landscape maintenance practices
• Responsible for securing all equipment at the end of the day and notifying manager of any supply needs
• Handle weekly maintenance of interior plants; reports status to the Trials Manager
• Responsible for unloading trucks, inventory, upkeep, and watering of garden material
• Assist in group activities and special projects as required
• Ability to drive to multiple locations for work duties
• Apply pesticides (when trained) using appropriate safety procedures as provided and according to OSHA standards
• Monitor irrigation system and pump systems (where applicable), repair minor problems, and report malfunctions
• Assist with educational and research projects as required, example : horticultural demonstrations during special events
• Work effectively and maintain a good working relationship with other department staff within the Arboretum

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To help you stay energized, engaged, and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive healthcare, a 401K, and Paid Time Off (PTO).

The mission of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is to be a garden for all that enriches lives through beauty, learning, and connection. We are a world-class sanctuary where people and plants flourish in the natural environment.

The Dallas Arboretum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics or disability unrelated to job performance.

Work week is a Monday-Friday schedule