Horticulture Service Technician (Part-time)

Description Do you have a passion for plants? Do you like to work independently? Do you relate well to others? Plantscape's horticulturists care for plants in various businesses. You are responsible for the health and maintenance of plants including watering, cleaning, pruning, and fertilizing. Reliable vehicle required. Plant care experience helpful but not required. This is a part-time position working approximately 30 - 32 hours per week . Travel radius within Greater Pittsburgh area; current accounts expected to center around areas West and South of Pittsburgh. Technician Responsibilities: Learn and expand an extensive set of horticultural skills through Plantscape courses or outside resources. Become certified to apply chemicals and pesticides as needed to plants. Regularly consult with account manager to ensure clients are receiving quality service. Ensure replacement plants are identified and ordered promptly. Deliver small quantities of plant replacements if requested to accounts. Complete all required paperwork and submit in a timely fashion. Maintain positive relationships with client contact. Update paperwork such as route sheets and inventories. Participate in regularly scheduled Technician meetings. Perform duties within industry and company safety standards. Works as team with other technicians to cover routes due to sickness, injury, or vacation whenever necessary. Assist in unloading Florida truck as needed. Assist in the greenhouse at headquarters with watering, cleaning and pruning plants. Perform special services on accounts. Log time in and out of accounts using operating system. Requirements A desire to learn horticultural skills Ability to learn Ability to professionally and effectively communicate with clients, managers, other technicians, and office personnel. Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle Willingness to travel throughout greater Pittsburgh area Ability to follow instructions Openness to feedback Ability to work independently Flexibility in weekly schedule to accommodate needs of the business. Physical Requirements This position frequently moves about office settings, maneuvers in small spaces, and reaches above head and to ground level. This position occasionally ascends and descends small ladders and may rarely operate a small lift (as certified). This position requires occasionally lifting 30 pounds and frequently lifting 10 pounds, including above the head. This position may push a cart of up to 50 pounds. This position also requires sufficient manual dexterity to operate hoses, tanks, and basic hand tools. Work Environment This position is primarily conducted in climate-controlled indoor settings, with occasional time spent in a warehouse where temperatures and humidity may vary. Pre-Employment This position will require a background check to work with some clients. A drug screen and physical exam are required prior to starting work. Job Types: Part-time Job Type: Part-time Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour Schedule: Day shift No weekends Work Location: On the road