Horticulturist - Intern

Forest Preserve District of Kane County • Canada, British Columbia, Headquarters • 3w ago

JobID: 426

Position Type:
Planning & Operations/Horticulturist Intern

Date Posted:
5/15/2023

Location:
Headquarters/FVIA

Closing Date:
Open until filled.

The Planning and Operations Department has one (1) Horticulturist intern position available for the spring/summer season.

HOURS: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, MONDAY – FRIDAY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Help devise and document proper and timely procedures and plans for maintaining the historical garden, as well as other gardens in the District.
Carry out the proper pruning and horticultural details of the existing plant materials in compliance with generally accepted plant maintenance for this region.
Assist with the planting of new and annual plant materials.
Assist with budgets for each upcoming season.
Coordinate and regulate public use of assigned areas.
Comprehend landscape plans and help install.
Maintain the grounds of the historical areas of Fabyan Forest Preserve and other areas as assigned.
Learn and control weed species for our area.
Other duties as assigned, in keeping with education, experience and training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Has assisted a Horticulturist or Landscape Designer
or hasequivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions.
Enthusiastic, courteous, positive attitude and team spirit.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Current and valid Illinois driver’s license that is free from suspension or revocation during term of employment; must maintain insurability with the District’s fleet carrier.
Employment is subject to successful results of a criminal history background investigation and satisfactorycompletion of a physical and drug screen.

Application Procedure:
Apply online

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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