Landscape Horticulture Technician, Kohler Hospitality
Work Mode: Onsite
Location: Kohler, WI
Opportunity
The
horticulture technician is responsible for the care, enhancement, and overall
presentation of assigned landscape areas within Kohler Company properties. This
role involves skilled hands-on horticultural work, including planting, pruning,
soil and plant health management, and the design and installation of seasonal
displays while upholding high landscape standards, supporting an exceptional
guest experience, and contributing to the aesthetic and environmental goals of
Kohler Company.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform daily horticultural maintenance such as planting, pruning, weeding, fertilizing, irrigation management, pest monitoring, and seasonal change-outs to maintain high-quality garden and landscape areas.
- Design and implement seasonal floral and plant displays that complement Kohler’s landscape design style and enhance the guest experience.
- Provide guidance and daily direction to seasonal staff to ensure efficient work, safe practices, and positive interactions with guests.
- Perform additional
duties as assigned to support year-round landscape operations
This is a full-time opportunity working both weekdays and weekends. Shifts vary between 6:30 am and 3:30 pm.
Skills/Requirements
- At least one year of experience in horticultural/landscape maintenance or plant care
- Valid Wisconsin driver’s license
- Ability to obtain WDATCP Category 3.0 Pesticide Applicator’s certification within six months
- Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 40 lbs
- Work a flexible schedule, including periodic weekends and winter snow-removal availability
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Botany, or related field preferred
- Experience with greenhouse production operations preferred
- Experience designing and maintaining seasonal floral or display gardens preferred
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period.
The hourly range for this position is $16.20 - $24.30. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including candidate's education and work location.
Why Work at Kohler Co.?
Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen.So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.
In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!
About Us
Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.kohlercompany.com.
It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the Federal EEO is the Law and the EEO is the Law Supplement .
