Horticulturist *$2,000 sign on bonus - Treasure Island Resort & Casino : Job Details

*Please note a resume is required for this position. Pay Rate: $22.50 an hour Sign On Bonus: $2,000 hire on bonus is for new hires and rehires that are returning after 5 years or more. The bonus will be paid out in equal $333/$334 portions after successfully completing 3 months, 6 months and 9 months of employment with Treasure Island Resort & Casino. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Water, prune and plant and provide general care of all plants
• Design, layout and create flower plant arrangements
• Maintain soil stabilization, fertilization and nutrient balancing
• Push mow all boulevards
• Pot, replant, and relocate plants
• Spray herbicides and fungicides for insect control
• Maintain irrigation system
• Help with snow removal

KNOWLEDGE AND CERTIFICATION, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Required Knowledge and Certification:

• 2 year degree / certificate as a Horticulturist or 2 years of horticultural experience
• Must have or obtain Commercial Pesticide Application license within first 90 days

Required Skills:

• Accurate and detail-oriented
• Highly organized and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities

Required Abilities:

• Ability to follow established dress code policies and practice good personal hygiene
• Ability to independently complete multiple tasks in a professional manner
• Ability to learn appropriate chemical usage and proper equipment usage
• Ability to interact with guests, coworkers and management in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to maintain high confidentiality
• Ability to follow established dress code policies and practice good personal hygiene

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to walk and / or stand for long periods of time
• Must have a good sense of balance, and be able to bend and kneel
• Must be able to push, pull and grasp objects routinely
• Must be able to twist and reach for objects on a routinely
• Must be able to climb a ladder
• Must have the ability to independently lift 25+ pounds regularly
• Must be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions
• Must have good eye hand coordination

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Maintenance shop environment including excessive noise, such as power tools, dust and fumes from chemicals
• Outdoor environment
• Must be able to work in cramped, tight quarters
• Must handle hazardous materials
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including all shifts, weekends and holidays