Horticulture Specialist | Titleist Golf Clubs at Acushnet Company in Oceanside, CA

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Job Title: Horticulture Specialist

Salary Range: $54,000 - $68,000 annual; plus, bonus eligibility

Summary: The Horticulture Specialist will manage the design, maintenance, and health of landscapes, gardens, and nurseries at the Titleist Performance Institute. This position will work with an array of plant species in a diverse horticultural setting with an eye for design and beautification.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate the planning, installation, and ongoing care of plants, gardens, nurseries etc. to ensure landscape is in pristine condition and create an environment where plants can flourish.
Diagnose plant health issues and develop treatment plans for disease control, pest management, and overall plant vitality.
Conduct soil tests and determine proper adjustments and fertilization schedules to promote optimal plant health.
With oversight by the Superintendent, collaborate with landscape designers and specialists to create an aesthetically pleasing, functional, and sustainable green space to complement the golf landscape.
Assist grounds crew team with course setup as needed. Helps with exterior building preparation in tandem with grounds crew team to ensure all areas are ready for guests upon arrival.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent required, bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
Certification through ASHS highly preferred.
Must have a pesticide license or certification from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation.
Chemical applicators license and ornamental horticulture experience required.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional horticulture and/or landscape environment.
Strong working knowledge of various plant species, soil composition, pest management and sustainable landscaping techniques.
Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve issues as they arise.
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and within the vision for the landscape property.
Experience working within a team environment, must possess good communication and interpersonal skills working with various stakeholders and potential vendors.
Must have strong attention to detail.

How To Apply:

Candidates meeting the qualifications listed above are invited to submit their resume along with salary requirements via the apply button for this job at: https://employment.acushnetgolf.com/ and must submit a resume in "MS Word Form ONLY" in order to be considered.

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