Ag Jobs is Hiring a Horticulture Manager Near Apopka, FL
Yellowstone Landscape is seeking an experienced and professional Horticulture Manager to take charge in directing, scheduling and arranging the fertilization and chemical applications on high-profile commercial properties for our Leesburg market. Yellowstone Landscape is dedicated to excellence in commercial landscaping. As the largest privately-owned commercial landscaping company in the nation, we offer exciting career opportunities for Landscape Professionals across the United States. To learn more, please visit our website: www.yellowstonelandscape.com. What You'll Do:
Planning, scheduling, and implementing the tasks associated with fertilizer and chemical applications for multiple field technicians. These activities must result in compliance with contract specifications, budgets, and client expectations.
Monitoring landscape health and care needs.
Diagnose primary turf problems and basic pest identification, as well as performs the chemical and fertilizer application.
Maintain proper documentation as required by The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
Assist in hiring and training of Spray Technicians.
Take a proactive approach to safety by providing proper field safety training, encouraging employees and providing employees with proper safety equipment.
What We're Looking For:
Must have an active and valid Florida Certified Pest Control Operator License in Lawn and Ornamental.
Two to three years of experience in Fertilization and Chemicals leading multiple technicians and properties required.
A landscape professional with the ability to be highly functional in a team environment, as well as able to perform with minimum supervision and direction.
Exceptional client-service skills and take a keen sense of ownership of responsibilities.
Superb communication skills - both written and verbal.
Knowledge of Spanish a plus.
Why Join Yellowstone?
Competitive pay; paid weekly
Full group benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k with a company match, paid time off and holiday pay
Aggressive incentive plan
Industry leading safety programs
Company provided work shirts and safety gear
Equipped with optimal and most professional equipment
High profile customers, worksites and landscape results
Opportunity to advance within one of the industry's fastest growing companies
A company that values and appreciates YOU
Become part of the team dedicated to Excellence in Commercial Landscaping!