About the role...

This position will work under the direction of the Landscape Team Leader, Irrigation Specialist and/or Landscape Supervisor. All functions shall be performed in accordance with Landscape department and LEGOLAND Florida Resort policies, practices, and procedures. Tasks performed will include but are not limited to mowing, edging, pruning, hedging, weed & pest control, minor irrigation repair and new landscaping projects.  The Landscape Specialist will operate hand tools and power equipment in a safe, reliable manner. The Landscape Specialist shall be responsible for maintaining landscaped areas with emphasis on routine daily tasks.

What you’ll be doing...

• Performs prescribed maintenance procedures as directed such as, but not limited to mowing, edging, pruning, hedging, raking, sweeping, weed and pest control.
• Completes assigned tasks quickly and efficiently.
• Uses assigned tools and power equipment in a safe and prescribed manner, avoiding misuse, breakage or loss.
• Keeps tools, machines, and all other company equipment in clean and proper working order.
• Reports broken or missing tools immediately to supervisor.
• Loads and unloads work vehicles.
• Applies granular chemicals and fertilizers after proper training and under the supervision of the Landscape Team Leader.
• When assigned for training/development purposes to a new or other Landscape Specialist, is attentive to safety of self, other employees, and the public.
• Maintains liaison with other maintenance employees and departments.

Who we’re looking for...

A minimum of three years of experience in the landscape field or a demonstrated level of expertise to fulfil the responsibilities of the role preferred. Knowledge of safe work habits and demonstrable good safety practices are essential. Advanced knowledge of horticultural practices and plant identification preferred. Advanced level of task specific know how to include use of essential tools and equipment and a basic foundation of proper irrigation techniques and repair options preferred. Requires the ability to observe and remember details and ability to understand and follow directions. Requires the ability to maintain a professional and service-oriented demeanor. Will be required to interact with the public and employees.

Physical Demands:

Ability to sit for sustained periods of time to attend on-site and off-site meetings, perform paperwork activities, travel and drive.

• Intermittent and prolonged standing and walking to move about the resort site and interact with employees.
• Ability to bend, flex, lift, and all associated physical activity to perform job related tasks.
• Finger dexterity sufficient to complete paperwork activities and perform job related tasks.
• Visual acuity sufficient to read written materials, to complete paperwork activities, and to drive.
• Hearing sufficient to communicate with individuals in person and by telephone and/or radio.

Health & Safety:

Employees are responsible for the safety of themselves, their colleagues, and guests (where appropriate), in line with the Group Policy (HS001) and the law. In particular, they must ensure that they follow safe working procedures for all work activities that they undertake, and they must not use any tools or equipment for which they have not been trained.  Where incidents do occur, they must ensure that they are reported to their line manager and must cooperate with any investigation as appropriate.

Managers/supervisors are responsible for all aspects of Health, Safety & Security within their team, in line with the Group Policy (HS001). In particular, they must ensure that risk assessments have been carried out, that safe working procedures are in place for all work activities and that all employees in their teams are aware of the Group Health, Safety and Security Policy and their obligations under it. They must ensure that safe working practices are monitored, and that risk assessments and procedures are reviewed regularly. Where incidents do occur, they must ensure that they are investigated appropriately and that where necessary, corrective action is taken to ensure that such incidents are not repeated.

Education:

High school graduate or General Education Degree (or equivalent education and experience) is required.