What do our Plant Care Specialists do?
Our Plant Care Specialists visit various customer sites each day and provide care for the plants by performing trained tasks such as grooming, rotating and watering. They also:
- Service all required plants on the specified day - Water, prune, and fertilize plants as needed; Trim, and removing debris from planters; Gauge soil moisture accurately with a soil probe
- Exercise trained techniques to apply and maintain appropriate amounts of water per lighting conditions and plant requirements.
- Ensure plants as well as display containers are clean and free of dust and debris
- Keep all plants free from diseases and insects
- Maintain appearance of top dressing and other ornamental elements
- Perform occasional work from ladders up to 6 ft to reach and service tall plants and living wall systems
- Prevent damage to surrounding floors, walls, carpet, furniture, etc. from water and/or moisture
- Regularly drive a service type van/truck in urban and rural settings
- Recognize and communicate additional Ambius product needs to grow the business
- Assist on a variety of plantscape installations including interior or exterior container gardens, wall-mounted systems, commercial plantscapes, and more.
- Assist on holiday decoration installations decorating the interior and exterior of buildings with a team as well as removal of holiday decorations as needed at the end of the season
- Maintain scenting and air purification equipment as necessary
What do you need?
- Solid communication and critical problem solving skills
- Experience caring for plants is preferred
- Experience interacting with clients
- Have a good driving record and ability to drive a van / truck
- Able to safely climb ladders and work on ladders
- Experience using pruners, scissors, and other sharp objects
- Must pass pre-employment background screen
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass motor vehicle record search
