Horticulture Service Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Up is seeking candidates for Horticultural Service Technician position in Sarasota, FL 34240!

Must have a passion for Plants!!!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The Horticultural Service Technician is responsible for maintaining clients' accounts (weekly route) assigned to their care.

On a structured schedule and within an allotted time frame, the technician maintains interior/exterior foliage plants (mainly in various office settings, hotels and large corporations) by using accepted horticultural techniques(trained)

Regular servicing includes:

• 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.

Requirements

• Horticultural Service Technicians must have a reliable personal vehicle available each workday for transportation to the accounts.
• Vehicle liability insurance and a valid driver's license are to be in place at all times.
• Mileage compensation will be provided.

Essential Functions of the Job

• Must be able to lift 10 lb. water buckets and/or load and unload 40-50 lb. water machines throughout the day.
• Must be able to climb ladders and have good dexterous use of both hands. Must be able to use scissors, pruners, hand saws, hoses and other small tools.
• Must be able to apply leaf cleaners and insecticides using hand-held pump sprayers. Must have a satisfactory safe driving record.
• Must be able to professionally communicate with clients and have a neat and clean appearance.
• This work requires good vision, hearing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and the ability to work a 10 hour day in varying greenhouse and/or office conditions.

General Administrative Responsibilities

• Daily call-in at the start and completion of the workday.
• Attendance at regular training sessions.
• Proper documentation of work orders, service records and route cards.
• Timely requests for replacement plants and full knowledge of replacement budgets.
• Timely communication to supervisor regarding account problems or concerns.
• Friendly, professional communication with client contact.
• Proper maintenance and safe use of company tools, equipment and vehicles