--- title: Horticultural Technician I II at City of Tallahassee description: City of Tallahassee is hiring for the Horticultural Technician I II role in Tallahassee, FL. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/horticultural-technician-i-ii-at-city-of-tallahassee-01a1d88a-a504-7ab8-b609-76ebecf02036 date: 2026-11-14T06:15:09Z og_description: Join City of Tallahassee as Horticultural Technician I II in Tallahassee, FL. Pays $16K–$39.3K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/7m1uuk.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | City of Tallahassee | | **Location** | Tallahassee, FL | | **Salary** | $16K/yr - $39.3K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Nov 14, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for City of Tallahassee. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for City of Tallahassee. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $37,000 – $40,000 a year (median $40,000). ## Description ### About Us Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida. The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City’s mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service. The City of Tallahassee’s workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area. ### Apply On Or Before Apply on or before 11:59pm on Friday November 27, 2026 ### Department Name Parks Recreation & Neighborhood Affairs ### Job Specifications This is entry-level horticultural work. With instruction and orientation, the employee will be expected to learn and perform basic and routine duties typically performed by landscape and grounds maintenance personnel, as they are practiced in northern Florida, but not requiring possession of a license or certification. Performs pruning, planting, chemical application, irrigation operation and repair, fertilization and operation of various types of equipment used in landscaping and grounds maintenance, while working under the close supervision of a Senior Horticultural Technician or the Foreman of Horticultural Operations. Work is reviewed by inspected while in progress and upon completion. ### Minimum Training & Experience [Horticultural Technician I](https://www.talgov.com/uploads/public/documents/employment/specs/334.pdf) Possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent recognized certificate and one year of experience that includes landscaping, grounds care, lawn maintenance, nursery operations, irrigation, or a related field. [Horticultural Technician II](https://www.talgov.com/uploads/public/documents/employment/specs/339.pdf) Possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent recognized certificate and two years of experience that includes landscaping, grounds care, lawn maintenance, nursery operations, irrigation or a related field ### Necessary Special Requirements **Horticultural Technician I** Must possess a valid Class E State driver’s license at the time of appointment; or positions designated by the department director must possess the appropriate State Commercial Driver License (CDL) and endorsement(s) within 180 calendar days from date of employment as a condition for continued employment. Must obtain the City of Tallahassee Turf and Landscape Fertilizer Certification within twelve months of employment and maintain the certification as a condition of continued employment in the position. **Horticultural Technician II** Must obtain a Florida Certified Horticultural Professional (FCHP) certification within 90 days of employment and maintain valid certification as a condition of continued employment. Must obtain the City of Tallahassee Turf and Landscape Fertilizer Certification within six months of employment and maintain the certification as a condition of continued employment in the position. Must possess the appropriate State Commercial Driver License (CDL) at the time of appointment or must have passed the appropriate written CDL test and obtained a CDL permit at the time of appointment and obtain the appropriate CDL licensure within 90 calendar days from date of employment as a condition for continued employment. ### Salary Range $16.0000 to $39.3043/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $22.8298/hour. ### Driver's License Requirements Must possess a valid Class-E State driver's license at the time of appointment. ### Benefits Information The City of Tallahassee offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: - Paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leave - Defined benefit pension and defined contribution plans - Paid holidays - Tuition reimbursement - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - Life and long-term disability insurance - Pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans *Note: OPS employees are eligible for medical insurance plans but not eligible for paid vacation, paid sick leave, or paid holidays. Temporary employees (Non-OPS) are not eligible to participate in the City's benefits programs.* ### How To Apply Visit [Talgov.com/Employment](https://www.talgov.com/employment/employment) click on the ‘Apply Today’ button, then navigate to ‘My Job Applications’ icon, and create an account. Only online applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the application, including the education and work history section, even if this information is included on your resume. If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact the City’s Human Resources and Workforce Development Department at 850-891-8214. Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Tallahassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equity and celebrating diversity. The City of Tallahassee invites applications without regard to an individual’s race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Veterans’ Preference: Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214.To claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening. Accommodation for Persons with a Disability: If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City’s ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion, at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline. ## Skills - Calendar Management - Lawn Care - Landscaping - Commercial Driver's License - Workforce Development - Test-Driven Development (Tdd) - Human Resources ## Benefits - Financial Aid/Assistance - Health and Wellness Programs - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - Sick Leave ## Related - [Science & Research jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/science-and-research?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Scientific Technician jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/science-and-research/scientific-technicians?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Agricultural Technician jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/science-and-research/scientific-technicians/agricultural-technician?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Florida](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/florida?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 158029 jobs - [General Government](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/government-administration/general-government?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 26973 jobs - [Tallahassee, FL](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/florida/tallahassee?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 3126 jobs ## Related pages - [Florida](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/florida?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 158029 jobs - [General Government](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/government-administration/general-government?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 26973 jobs - [Tallahassee, FL](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/florida/tallahassee?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 3126 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)