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Horticultural Specialist (Technician)
Grundys Plantscaping is an award-winning, family-run business with more than 40 years’ experience servicing accounts in the Philadelphia, Greater Delaware Valley and Tri-State Regions from our main facility in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. We specialize in design, installation and maintenance of interior and exterior landscaping, interior and exterior plants and planters. We also specialize in the creation, installation and maintenance of live green walls and holiday décor in corporate and hospitality settings.
Grundys is seeking an additional P/T Interior Horticultural Technician to service accounts in Center City, Philadelphia and the surrounding counties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The Horticultural Service Technician is responsible for maintaining interior plantscape accounts assigned to their care. On a structured schedule and within an allotted time frame, the technician maintains interior foliage plants by using accepted horticultural techniques. (15-20 hours per week initially.)
Watering and fertilizing all plants as necessary.
Keeping all plants cleaned, trimmed and oriented to proper light.
Removing any damaged or unsightly foliage.
Removing debris from planters and maintaining planters in a neat and orderly manner.
Preventing damage to surrounding floors, walls and furniture from water and/or moisture.
Keeping all plants free from disease and insects.
Maintaining staging and top dressing for proper presentation.
Must be able and willing to drive. Work day starts and ends in our Pottstown Pa. 19464 location. Company vehicle is provided to qualified individuals who possess a clean driving record and valid driver license
SKILLS WE ARE SEEKING
Able to think on your feet with good problem solving skills
Detail Oriented.
Good written and verbal communications skills.
Basic computer skills and smart phone use.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Able to lift up to 35 lbs.
Physically fit and able to climb up and down ladders
Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen
Flexibility and the ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changes in the daily schedule
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To reply please submit a resume along with a brief paragraph describing yourself. Be sure to include a daytime telephone number and 3 business references to exclude family and or friends.
Grundys Plantscaping is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Landscaping, gardening, interior, exterior, design.
