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Instructor for the California Native Plant Landscaper Certification course. Provide knowledge and skill sets to thrive in a growing industry with theory overview and practical workshops.

Plan and develop daily landscape/arbor operationsInspect bike lanes, walkways, roadways, street signs and buildings for obstructions/hazardsCollaborate with team to build and maintain new gardensCare and maintenance of collection gardens such as: The Japanese Garden, Rose Garden, Manor House (Campus President's Residence), Community/Vegetable Garden (CenterPoint Dining Commons), Native/Grassland Landscape (Student Services Building)Engage, educate and encourage campus community involvement in gardening/horticultureAssess landscape/plant health and assign appropriate controls to suppress pest levels Maintenance of warm & cool season turf including assessing moisture levels and fertilizer needs Collaborate with arbor team to develop a work plan for assigned tree workAssess tree health for potential working hazards and/or future safety hazardsGround support for arborist working aloftMaintain strong situational awareness for pedestrian/traffic/safety hazardsUse of heavy equipment to move, load and clear tree debrisTree identification/trimming/removalUse of Arbor Access program to update campus tree inventory/workSeasonal wildfire mitigation work including vegetation clearing and tree trimming to maintain adherence to municipal guidelines

Landscape design & installation specializing in: California native gardensBiodiverse gardensShade gardensDecomposed granite and slate walkwaysIrrigation installation & repairWarm & cool season turf maintenance Fertilizer distributionTree & Plant IDPruning using a variety of techniques such as: seasonal reduction, topiary, espalier, crown cleaning, restoration, thinning, and raising. Knowledge of fruit tree pruning specializing in stone fruitsTree removal including stump grinding Pest prevention & management Proficient with motor powered equipment & hand toolsCustomer services Bidding & contract negotiationProject management

Coordinate and work with grounds team Plan and implement work independently Maintain cleanliness of campus and maintain adequate services levelsInspect walkways, street signs and buildings for obstructions/hazardsIrrigation systems management including written reports on program settings based on seasonal weather demands, campus events, and development projectsTree & plant maintenance using selective pruning techniques to care for well-established shrubs and treesPest prevention & management Proficient with motor powered equipment & hand tools