Horticulturist

By Loudoun County Government, Friday at 04:59 PM - Leesburg, Virginia

  Job Summary The Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services in Loudoun County is currently in search of qualified candidates for a full-time Horticulture Technician position. This position primarily entails executing specialized horticultural tasks at municipal facilities within the county, both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. This role is centered on the application of herbicides and pesticides, in addition to performing pruning, installation, and maintenance of high-value plantings. It also involves conducting root-flare excavations, managing invasive exotic species, editing plantings in the field, and applying precision fertilization methods. The Horticulture Technician periodically provides training and oversight to contractors engaged in horticultural tasks for the program. We are currently hiring for the following location(s): • Ashburn Recreation & Community Center, Ashburn, VA Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Implements pesticide treatments; executes advanced pruning, watering, soil assessments, and fertilization; designs, constructs, and repairs landscape installations; in addition to testing, programming, and supervising. • Evaluate the facilities within the county. • Performs research and analyzes soil conditions to facilitate effective turf grass management, alongside strategies for weed and pest control. • Conducts operation and maintenance activities for machinery, equipment, vehicles, and tools. • It is possible that other essential duties related to the specific role and department may be performed. **Expected start date to coincide with substantial completion of the new Ashburn Recreation Center in late April/early May 2025.   Salary $46,009.04 - $78,215.36 Recruitment #25-00961 Visit our on-line employment center at  https://www.loudoun.gov/jobs for more information and to apply EOE.