Horticulture Supervisor

Position: Horticulture Supervisor

Summary:

The Horticultural Supervisor responsibilities include development and maintenance the University gardens; landscape installation and maintenance; construction and maintenance signage. This position works with a team of supervisors which leads staff to meet the operations and maintenance needs of the University and is a full-time, exempt position.

Qualifications :

 Bachelor’s degree is preferred in Horticulture or landscape management, or three to five years verified work experience in one of those areas

 Demonstrated competence in Horticulture and/or landscaping.

 Three years experience as a foreman or supervisor.

 Ability to understand and work from detailed blueprints, sketches, or schematics.  Ability to plan, budget, and implement projects.

 Ability to design and maintain aesthetically pleasing affordable flower beds.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

 Computer skills in Microsoft Windows and Office Suite or similar programs.  Positive “can do” team attitude.

Supervision : The Horticultural Supervisor is responsible to the Superintendent of Planning and Operations. The Horticulture Supervisor supervises full-time, part-time, seasonal and volunteer horticultural staff.

Essential Functions :

 Plan and supervise the annual, seasonal, and daily work of the horticultural staff

 Routinely inspect University landscape, flower sites, and signage as effective planning and supervision requires.

 Supervise the design of flower sites, the procurement of plant material, and the planting and maintenance of these sites.

 Work with Park Planner(s) on landscape design in the parks and around facilities. Supervise the procurement, installation and maintenance of the required landscape plants, structures, and materials.

 Work with Park Planner(s) on Park sign design and priorities. Supervise sign construction and maintenance. Maintain inventory of sign locations and maintenance record.

 Hire, supervise, train, and evaluate horticultural staff.

 Assign vehicles, equipment, and tools to horticulture staff and supervise their use, care, and maintenance.

 Responsible for submitting annual operational and capital budget requests.

 Prepare estimates of material, labor and equipment needs.

 Maintain reports and records on work needed and completed.

 Secure outside contractors for horticultural related purchasing and projects and supervise their performance. Prepare associated specifications and bid documents as required

 Communicate and promote the horticultural activities of the University.

 Train and monitor horticultural staff on safety practices.

 Act as a role model for subordinate staff.

 Attend required training and meetings.

 Other duties as assigned.

Psychological Considerations:

 Must be able to work well with others as part of a team.

 Must be able to interact with the public in a positive manner.

 Must be able to work well under stress and meet required deadlines.

 Must possess leadership and coaching skills.

Physiological Considerations :

The activities required to fulfill the duties of this position are significantly physical in nature. These activities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Kneeling : To plant flowers, weed, and install landscape timbers. Many other duties.

Lifting : Up to 50 lbs alone and over 50 lbs with assistance, if needed, to load bags of soil amendments, install landscape timbers, lift lumber or signs, handle plant material, load or unload equipment, etc.

Handwork : Operation of power equipment (e.g. tillers, chain saws, hedge trimmers, drills, etc.) and hand tools (e.g. trowels, pruners, shovels, rakes, etc.) all require repetitious gripping and controlling motions

Climbing : Mount/dismount equipment or vehicles, ladder work, etc.

Push/Pull : Raking, moving or operating equipment, rope starting small engines, winding and unwinding hoses from reels, etc.

Standing : May be required to stand for long periods of time.

Sitting : While operating equipment, vehicles over rough terrain and at a computer and monitor for extended periods of time

Equipment Operation :May be required to operate various types of equipment and tools. Also, office equipment such as computers and printers.

The above examples of activities and work are not all inclusive but are intended as an indication of the level and type of endeavors necessary to fulfill the duties of this position.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Schedule: Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

Mohali, Punjab: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education: Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience : 4years (Preferred)

Supplemental Pay:

• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person

Speak with the employer : 9875913163

Email ID : reetu.hr@cgc.ac.in

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹23,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person