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Currin Outdoor Living LLC

Fine Gardener Horticulturist

Currin Outdoor Living LLC, Wendell, North Carolina, United States, 27591

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Fine Gardener + Horticulturist

Currin Outdoor Living is seeking a horticulturist who will manage the quality of all maintenance and enhancement jobs at our company. In this role, you will be tasked with ensuring all maintenance jobs are of the utmost quality and that proper care and enhancement practices are being carried out.

At Currin Outdoor Living, our mission is simple: To honor God by creating spaces that help foster and build better relationships. We’re guided by integrity, excellence, accountability, and teamwork — and we welcome employees of all beliefs who share those values.

Join our tight-knit, growth-oriented company where your talents are valued, and your professional development is a top priority.

Compensation & Benefits

$55,000 to $65,000 per year, based on experience

Health Insurance

401K Retirement Plan (up to 4% match)

Paid Time Off and Vacation Pay

Professional Development Opportunities

Company Cell Phone

As The Horticulturist Your Responsibilities Will Include

Develop and manage a strategic maintenance calendar that aligns with best horticultural practices

Visit all job sites to ensure best practices are being followed

Train crews to follow our processes and hold them accountable

Monitor lawn and plant health, soil conditions, and overall landscape performance

Work with our team and vendors to ensure our landscapes perform the way they should and meet client goals

Demonstrate expertise in the care of landscape plant material, such as mowing, pruning, deadheading, pest and weed management, mulching, fertilizing, and other seasonal activities, regardless of weather conditions

Be a strong communicator and able to engage with our clients, crews, and other team members

Safely operate and maintain all tools and equipment required for horticultural tasks

Perform all aspects of seasonal care for properties, including pruning, weeding, mulching, pest management, hand watering, fertilization, shrub and flower installation and care, leaf removal, clean up of trash and debris, snow and ice removal

Ability to work in all weather conditions, demonstrating resilience in hot, cold, rainy, windy, and snowy weather

Required Experience

Minimum 2 years’ experience in maintaining horticultural gardens or landscapes

Possession of an NC Pesticide Applicator’s License, or the ability to acquire one within 90 days of hire

A valid NC Driver’s License with a clean record

Ideal Qualifications And Skills

An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Horticultural Science or industry certification such as NCNLA Certified Plant Professional

Excellent knowledge of pruning techniques for shrubs and small trees, encompassing structural, aesthetic, and corrective techniques based on season and plant type

Strong working knowledge of integrated pest management techniques, including pest identification, beneficial insects, chemicals, non-chemical methods, sprayer calibration, and accurate record-keeping

Highly organized and highly detail-oriented – must be able to follow and execute processes, track and maintain to-do lists, comply with deadlines, receive information from multiple sources, and act

Excellent speaking and writing skills – must be able to communicate on the phone and email with clients, vendors, etc. in an effective, professional manner

Strong ability and interest to learn and utilize technology tools and platforms

High level of character and integrity

Be Humble (willing and able to give and receive feedback; able to learn and grow), Hungry (possess a desire to learn, grow, and succeed), and Smart (able to understand and adjust how they relate to other people)

Supervisory Responsibilities Yes

Physical Demands The position requires various physical activities, including prolonged standing, walking, stooping, crawling, kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, reaching, grasping, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and handling. Candidates must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds.

Work Environment The position requires exposure to various outdoor conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and humidity, fluctuating weather patterns, wet and dry environments, high noise levels from equipment and machinery, and vibrations from the use of power tools.

Additional Environmental Exposures Include

Proximity to moving mechanical parts, such as lawn mowers, trimmers, and other landscaping equipment

Potential exposure to electrical hazards, particularly when working near or with electrical systems (e.g., lighting or irrigation systems)

Atmospheric conditions, such as dust, pollen, and fumes from machinery, fertilizers, or chemicals, require proper safety measures

Risk of electrical shock when using certain power tools or working around electrical systems

Working on or near wet, slippery surfaces, or uneven terrain, which may increase the risk of slips and falls

Bee stings and other bug bites

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

Currin Outdoor Living is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Currin Outdoor Living complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Military‑experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.

Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

If you are interested, feel that you would be a great addition to a growing team, or feel compelled, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

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