HORTICULTURAL SERVICE TECHNICIAN CAREER OPPORTUNITY-EXTERIOR (Part-Time)
“I was wondering who takes care of all of those plants?”
Our technicians hear that all the time.
The facts are, there are hundreds of thousands of indoor plants in office buildings, hotels, airports, hospitals and many more places that are professionally cared for by service technicians.
We prefer some horticultural experience. No matter your training or education, we still offer the best of training and you will learn a bunch about indoor plants. Here are some of the things you should consider about your potential job:
You will use your own vehicle and receive mileage reimbursement. Currently the rate is 62.5 cents per business mile.
Pay is hourly, from $16.00 to $17.00 per hour, depending upon experience.
You will receive uniforms at no cost to you, and you will be required to stick with our approved uniform policy (Don’t worry, you will look great!)
Technicians have routes. We try to match the route so it is convenient for you, but you may be required to visit anywhere in the greater Orlando area. Remember, you get paid for business mileage from your first account to your last, not to and from work.
We provide all tools and watering cans or machines at no cost; you are responsible for reasonable care and upkeep. We like our technicians to be well equipped.
Job tasks include:
1. Identify all plants properly (in time and with training this will come naturally).
2. Properly water according to plant variety and environment. (it’s not the lawn)
3. Trim, dust, and prune. (There is an art to some pruning, but not as hard as Bonsai)
4. Identify plant insects and diseases and treat according to training. We use only lawful methods and you will receive a Florida State pesticide registered employee card.
5. Clean decorative containers and maintain top dressings.
6. See to general plant health management and other prevailing needs as required (this is a job posting not a book on horticulture, so we can’t cover everything here).
7. Good attitude required!
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
Experience:
- Horticulture: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person