Horticultural Technician

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Horticultural Service Technician

The Horticultural Service Technician is responsible for maintaining interiorscape accounts assigned to their care. On a structured schedule and within an allotted time frame, the technician maintains interior foliage plants by using accepted horticultural techniques. Regular servicing includes :

1. Watering and fertilizing all plants as necessary.

2. Keeping all plants cleaned, trimmed and oriented to proper light.

3. Removing any damaged or unsightly foliage.

4. Removing debris from planters and maintaining planters in a neat and orderly manner.

5. Preventing damage to surrounding floors, walls and furniture from water and / or moisture.

6. Keeping all plants free from disease and insects.

7. Maintaining staging and top dressing for proper presentation.

Horticultural Service Technicians must have a reliable personal vehicle available each workday. Vehicle liability insurance and a valid driver's license are to be always in place.

Essential Functions of the Job

Must be able to lift 10 lb. water buckets and / or load and unload 40-50 lb. water machines through out 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 is strenuous work requiring 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

1. Daily call-in at the start and completion of the work day.

2. Attendance at regular training sessions.

3. Proper documentation of work orders, service records and route cards.

4. Timely requests for replacement plants and full knowledge of replacement budgets.

5. Timely communication to supervisor regarding account problems or concerns.

6. Friendly, professional communication with client contact.

7. Proper maintenance and safe use of company tools, equipment and vehicles.

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