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JLL Spheres Horticulturist I, Vivarium Specialist in Seattle, Washington
As a member of the Global Real Estate & Facilities (GREF) team - this position will be responsible for maintaining the function and aesthetics of assorted vivaria, including aquariums, paludariums, and terrariums, assisting with the day-to-day horticultural operations of The Spheres or Redmond Greenhouse, and other horticultural aspects of Amazon's Seattle-based Corporate Headquarters. This includes maintenance of vivarium life systems and aquarium management, as well as interior plant installations. The successful candidate is a self-starter who must be comfortable operating on both strategic and tactical levels, simultaneously acting as an internal ambassador, educator, and implementer. The optimal candidate is an experienced and vibrant professional who excels within an entrepreneurial culture - providing vision, leadership, and communication - but not afraid to dive into details. Having passion and in-depth knowledge of the horticultural world is critical. This individual also has experience in maintaining high quality interior plant displays. Essential Functions: Clean and troubleshoot mechanical and biological filtration systems, recirculating pumps, UV sterilizers, & carbon dioxide delivery systems Water quality testing and chemistry Monitor livestock for signs of stress, disease, and overall health and vitality Regular water changes and cleaning of viewing surfaces Clean the exterior of the aquarium Removal and addition of plant material Aesthetic adjustments to the wood and stone hardscape Perform general horticulture maintenance, including watering, planting, weeding, irrigation, pest control, and pruning, under direction of Horticulturists and/or Amazon Staff Assist Horticulturists with horticulture projects such as terrariums, living walls, propagation, etc. Assist with the cultivation and transfer of plant material to and from the Spheres and other locations Collaborate with Horticulturists and Amazon staff on interior horticulture projects as needed Assist with plant procurement and acquisitions Ability to work weekends and be on call for off-hours emergencies. Other Functions: Carry out other duties as assigned by JLL supervisors General Requirements Essential Physical Capabilities: Meet highest attendance and punctuality requirements Operate personal computer, software as appropriate for project, and all other office equipment Comfortable working at heights of over 10 m. Ability to lift 50 pounds Ability to work under different climatic conditions Essential Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of aquatic plants and tropical fish Basic knowledge of tropical plants, plant nutrition, and managing water quality Ability to recognize plant pests and disease issues Ability and interest in multi-tasking Interact with employees, visitors, and contractors with poise and diplomacy Apply principles of rational systems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists Interpret instructions in written, oral, and diagrammatic or schedule form Possess initiative to assume additional responsibilities Experience with troubleshooting Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines Advanced competence with a variety of software including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and other requested software programs Communicate effectively both verbally and written Possess excellent grammar and proofreading abilities Read and comprehend e-newspapers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, and thesaurus Experience: Aquarium and terrarium maintenance experience Understanding of basic water chemistry, pH, and nitrogen cycles Education: Bachelor's degree in biology or related field preferred Certification or Associate's Degree in a related field or equivalent experience Minimum 2 years' experience in horticulture, aquacultu