What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interior Horticulture Plant Technician. position at Parker Interior Plantscape?
Do you have a passion for tropical plants or enjoy gardening?
We are currently seeking a Full Time Interior Plant Service Technician in the Philadelphia area to join the Parker Team. You will visit customer locations to care for their interior plants and green walls. The job primarily consists of, testing the plants for water, grooming the plants as necessary and checking in with the client before you leave the site . There is a lot of walking in some of these jobs so you will get your steps in!
Parker provides all the equipment required to service the plants in the accounts. Previous experience is a plus but if you have a passion for providing excellent customer service and plant care we will train you.
This is an entry level position with Parker. We prefer to promote from within. If you have the drive there are many opportunities here. Please check out our website at www.ParkerPlants.com and see what we and possibly you will be doing!
Qualifications:
- You must have strong work ethic, be detail orientated and have a positive attitude
- You must provide exceptional customer service at all times and build relationships
- You must have the ability to follow instructions
- You must pass background screen and drug test
- You must have a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation
- If you are willing to put in the windshield time and drive out of the basic area a company car maybe assigned to you
- You must meet all company Motor Vehicle Requirements (MVR)
- You must have excellent communication skills including the ability to speak, read, and write English
- You must be able to work independently and have strong time management skills
Preferred Skills: Previous experience working in landscaping, horticulture, and/or in greenhouses
Physical/environmental elements for this position: The candidate must have the ability to handle physical workload including bending, squatting, walking (spending all day on their feet), stretching, climbing a ladder, reaching, lifting up to 45 lbs.
Salary: $17.00 - $19.00/per hour (based on experience) You will be tested and reviewed after 3 months at which time you may receive additional hourly compensation.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. We are committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
Expected hours: minimum 38 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift Monday to Friday
- Overtime is a possibility especially during the Holiday Season
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Philadelphia area
Benefits: if you average 38 hours per week or more
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- plant: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Philadelphia, PA (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $17 - $19