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Salary: $12 to $15 per hour
Reports to Plant Technician Supervisor
Job Summary
The plant technician will care for numerous varieties of plants in different weather conditions, including indoor and outdoor environments depending on the customer. The plant technician is responsible for the general upkeep of the plants (water, prune, clean) and for guarding plants against diseases. He or she will assist in plant installments and replacements.
Responsibilities/Competencies
Water, trim, clean, and fertilize plants at assigned locations on a regular basis
Assist customers with plant recommendations and replace plants as needed
Drive to customer sites in personally owned and insured vehicle
Ensure client site is clean and orderly throughout the visit
Monitor each plants health and appearance
Communicate with Plant Technician Supervisor regularly to inform them of any concerns or needs
Working knowledge of plant, pest, and disease care and control
Valid drivers license
Physical Requirements
Ability to reach, climb, kneel, lift (up to 50 lbs.) and walk for extended periods of time
Experience with ladders and comfortable working at height
Work Environment
The Companys mission is to improve the quality of life for people in the built environment by bringing nature indoors. We design, install, and service plant displays for our clients. We are proud of our work and do our best to serve our customers by taking excellent care of the plants in their places of work. The Company expects all employees to uphold our company values of integrity, quality, and safety.
Type of Position and Hours
Part-time position but could be full-time
Education and Experience
Horticulture training and experience preferred
Meets all company Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) requirements
Other Skills
Excellent communication skills and professional attitude
Ability to work independently
Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills
Attention to detail and organized
Dependable, punctual, and has a strong work ethic