Horticultural Technician
This position requires a great deal of technical skill, good time management and experience in customer relations. You must be in good physical condition, as you may walk up to 5 miles a day while carrying 4 gallons of water. Your routine tasks include bending, kneeling and lifting -- so it is essential you stay in shape to avoid injuries at work. You are responsible for all aspects of plant health and aesthetics. This includes watering, cleaning, fertilizing, trimming and pruning. You must be able to recognize and correct disease and pest problems. You must also be able to identify plants by name and know their basic light and water requirements in order to care for them properly.

Ongoing training and education is a key element of this position. You are expected to keep abreast of new plants, techniques and tools that become standard in our industry and our company. The company supervisor provides one-on-one training, group discussion and demonstrations for all staff to assist them in doing their job to the best of their ability. You are expected to do follow-up reading and homework.

As a technician, you are often the "front line" to receive customer complaints. You must be able to respond to all client concerns in a professional and productive manner. This means addressing the problem and following up, both with the client and your supervisors.

This job is one which offers great rewards. The benefits you bring to people by proving healthy, attractive greenery in their workplace is one they constantly thank you for. The team you will work with are a close, experienced group that are in this business because they love it and they are always encouraging and assisting others that are here for the same reason.

Fax or e-mail your resume and cover letter to tell us how you can contribute to our team.