Plant Care Technician

Ambius • Havertown, PA

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About The Position

The Plant Care Technician visits customer sites each day to care for plants using trained techniques. Tasks include grooming, rotating, watering, pruning, trimming, removing debris from planters, measuring soil moisture with a soil probe, and fertilizing as needed. The role requires delivering high-quality plant care while protecting surrounding floors, walls, carpets, and furniture from water or moisture damage.

Technicians keep plants and display containers clean, monitor plants for disease and insects, maintain top dressing and ornamental elements, and communicate additional Ambius product needs. They may assist with interior and exterior plantscape installations, including container gardens, wall-mounted systems, and commercial plantscapes; install and remove seasonal holiday decorations; and maintain scenting and air purification equipment. The role also involves driving a service van or truck, safely using ladders, and working with sharp tools.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license from the state of residence.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed.
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills, including the ability to follow instructions for mixing products according to label directions.
• Solid communication and critical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow any licenses or certificates required by federal, state, or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience caring for plants.
• Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply appropriate amounts of water based on lighting conditions and plant requirements.
• Keep plants and display containers clean and free of dust and debris.
• Keep plants free from diseases and insects.
• Maintain the appearance of top dressing and other ornamental elements.
• Recognize and communicate additional Ambius product needs to support business growth.
• Assist with interior or exterior container garden, wall-mounted system, and commercial plantscape installations.
• Assist with holiday decoration installations and remove decorations at the end of the season as needed.
• Maintain scenting and air purification equipment as necessary.
• Drive a service van or truck in urban and rural settings.
• Safely climb and work on ladders.
• Use pruners, scissors, and other sharp objects.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Training and development programs.
• Multiple avenues for career growth and promotion from within.
• Competitive pay; many roles offer performance incentives.
• Benefits enrollment immediately upon hire for full-time colleagues, with benefits starting on day one.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED