Horticulturist

Work setting

• Greenhouse

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
• Spray or dust plants with insecticides and fungicides
• Prepare special orders
• Pot and re-pot plants
• Consult and advise clients
• Provide advice about merchandise
• Greet customers
• Control reported insect, disease and weed problems

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Horticulturist Trade Certification
• Chemical application certificate or licence

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• Tropical plants
• Flowers and plants

Area of specialization

• Plant knowledge and identification
• Horticulture

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player