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Job Title: Horticultural Specialist

La Rosa Landscape Company is seeking an experienced landscape professional to join our team as the Horticulture Specialist reporting to the Director of Maintenance. This position will oversee crews, lead in training and improve landscape efficiencies.

You’re a magician with flowers and plants, able to create arrangements that rival the garden of Eden in their classic beauty. But your growth is stifled by your current employer. If you’re a horticulture specialist who is looking for room to grow in a close-knit, family atmosphere, we’d love to talk with you!

Founded in 1989, La Rosa Landscape Company has designed, installed and maintained landscapes for some of the most notable properties in southeastern Wisconsin for 30 years. Our team is built on the values of honesty, integrity and respect. These values are also the core of how we approach our clients. They want their showcase landscapes to appreciate in value over time. We keep their flowers and plants looking their best, year-round.

Responsibilities:

Oversee planting, bed maintenance and other lawn care operations

Oversee landscape maintenance projects

Demonstrate strong organization skills and attention to detail skills

Maintain accurate project paperwork, records & receipts

Exhibit strong plant knowledge through plant identification, proper planting technique and plant care

Availability during winter months to participate in snow removal activities

Interact with customers and coordinate with crew members to provide optimum services

Execute strong attention to detail and personal integrity including working with a team or independently

Analyze future needs, forecasting staff and material needs to complete future jobs

Visit job sites on a regular basis, observing organization of work, identifying and resolving training issues, and taking necessary actions to ensure quality

Assist with employee coaching, training and development within the landscape maintenance division

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Positive advocate; Strong role model; Great leadership skills; Able to lead by example; Teamwork driven

Excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills.

3-5 years of previous landscape experience

Must have current WI state pesticide applicator license 3.0 (5.0 is desired)

Valid WI state driver’s license and acceptable driving record; Able to drive to job locations daily

Knowledgeable of how to protect trees and plants from diseases and insect infestations

Extensive knowledge about botany, growing seasons and climate zones is essential

Follow direction & work independently at times

Strong mathematical skills

Bilingual is desired, not required