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Horticulture Specialist

Weller Brothers Landscaping
Johnston, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/12/2026
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

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 company-issued tools and equipment
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Strong attention to detail

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
  • Minimum of one year experience in industry or related field.
  • Experience applying chemical applications.
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • High school diploma/GED
  • A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Team members must be able to perform the following tasks during a typical 8 hour day.

SEDENTARY WORK: Lifting up to 10#; occasionally lifting or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers, and small tools. Work essentially involves sitting and is considered sedentary if only a small amount of walking and standing is necessary to carry out duties.

LIGHT WORK: Lifting up to 20#, frequently lifting or carrying objects up to 10#. Work is classified light if it requires walking or standing to a significant degree (regardless of weight lifted) or involves sitting most of the time with a degree of pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls.

LIGHT MEDIUM WORK: Lifting up to 30#; frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 20#.

MEDIUM WORK: Lifting up to 50#; frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 25#.

LIGHT-HEAVY WORK: Lifting up to 80#; frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 45#.

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HEAVY WORK:
Lifting up to 100#; frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 80#.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time non-exempt position. Specific schedules will be determined based on the weather and general needs of the business.

You can work anywhere. So why work at Weller Brothers?

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.

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