Interior Horticulturist & Shop Associate

Full-time employee. Open to discussing part-time arrangements for exceptional candidates.$21.00 /hr + federal mileage reimbursementUnder the direction of the founder, the Interior Horticulturist & Shop Associate visits Maison Green clients at their place of residence/business to provide plant care services. These services include general maintenance, repotting, plant-sitting, plant installations, and more.During the summer season, this role will also play a key part in staffing Maison Green’s seasonal pop-up storefront at Somerville’s Bow Market small business and community hub. Responsibilities include supporting the day-to-day repotting bar experience, assisting customers with plant care questions, maintaining the storefront space, and helping facilitate workshops and community events.What You’ll Be DoingVisits all assigned clients as scheduled, providing adequate notice if unable to complete a visit as planned.Communicates with customers on a regular basis to coordinate plant care visits, provide updates after each visit, and act as liaison for on-site client questions.Assists with installations, including delivery, potting, and installation of interior plants.Maintains overall health and aesthetics of plants in the client’s home or business space.Waters, prunes, and fertilizes all plants appropriately per each plant’s needs.Identifies plants that need repotting & completes the repotting process in a way that minimizes root shock.Ensures that plant leaves are clean and free of dust.Identifies and eradicates any pest infestations through topical and systemic means.Ensures that the customer’s space is clean and orderly throughout the visit (no water spills or debris left behind).Maintains clean and effective tools, equipment, and supplies and replenishes low supply as needed.Promotes Maison Green services to clients.Attends team meetings, virtually or in-person.Attends events (plant markets, pop-ups, etc) and assists with setting up/breaking down, facilitating events, etc.Supports Maison Green’s seasonal Bow Market storefront operations, including staffing the repotting bar, assisting customers with basic plant care guidance, maintaining the retail/workshop space, and creating a welcoming customer experience.Assists with hands-on workshops and community events, including repotting and propagation workshops, terrarium and succulent garden-building parties, and other plant-focused programming led by our founder.Assists with special projects as needed.Job RequirementsMust be over 18 years old.Must have a valid driver’s license and a reliable mode of transportation to visit clients throughout the Greater Boston area.Is comfortable with city driving and parking.Possesses a smartphone and is able to take clear and professional photographs of plants for client updates.Has a strong interest and demonstrated experience in caring for interior plants.Works well as part of a team.Is comfortable lifting 60lbs as needed throughout the course of a project.Is comfortable climbing ladders/working off-ground as needed for elevated plants.Has demonstrated strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to design and detail.Has the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, independent working environment.Is comfortable interacting with customers in both in-home and retail/community event settings.Is able to navigate Google Calendar and Google Docs for team planning/communication purposes.Is able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with clients and colleagues.This role includes some evening and weekend shifts.Job Type: Full-time. Open to discussing part-time arrangements for exceptional candidates.Benefits:Paid time off and all Massachusetts-required leave benefits. Mileage and parking reimbursement for client sitesClient referral incentives Work Location: In person