Horticulturist Job at University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX

  • University of Texas at Austin
  • Austin, TX

Job Description

Assist the Horticulture department in the daily operations and maintenance of the living collections and grounds. Design, install, and maintain assigned garden areas. Raking, weeding, mowing, watering, mulching, pruning, and shaping. Bed preparation and construction and spot repair of paths. Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Safe and effective use of hand tools and light power equipment. Update plant identification signage. Removal of garden debris. Collect and process seeds. Use of powered carts as needed to accomplish work.Document and record plant species incorporated into collections/displays within assigned garden areas.Effectively coordinate and communicate with members of the horticulture staff and all other teams. Assist the public in answering questions relating to the Wildflower Center and horticulture while striving to ensure a positive visitor experience. Perform associated administrative duties.Irrigation - Inspect, maintain, and repair the irrigation system in the Wildflower Center gardens.Participate in education and events including media requests, classes, site tours, nursery operation, and special events.Work independently and unsupervised on scheduled weekends. Be proactive in team efforts to achieve team and Center goals. Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge and skills.Train, direct, and work with regular volunteers, community service volunteers, interns, and contractors daily to accomplish required tasks.Other duties as assigned.

Job Tags

For contractors, Weekend work

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