Description

Hate being chained to a desk? Need help reaching your step goal? Would you like to get paid to exercise? Like people? Life is too short - If any of these things spark your interest, this job may be for you! You'll be taking care of tropical plants and flowers for commercial and residential clients in San Diego County. San Diego's premiere PlantScape design and service company has an opening for a plant care specialist. This is a full-time recurring service position Monday - Friday and we are looking to hire someone immediately. Plant Care Specialist will need to: • Have prior plant knowledge*, particularly regarding the health, maintenance and pest management of containerized plants - *we will train the right candidate with our comprehensive 4–6-week training program. • Be detail oriented • Have excellent communication skills • Speak and understand English proficiently • Be a self-starter and show initiative • Be able to find your way around the San Diego area efficiently and follow a daily route while driving safely. Company vehicle is provided. • Have impeccable customer service skills • Basic computer knowledge - Microsoft 365 programs including but not limited to: Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel. • Be energetic and have a natural love for plants • Be a great team player • Be flexible to schedule changes and responsibilities • Be in good physical condition for walking (up to 6 hours/day) and carrying heavy objects (up to 40 pounds), bending, and climbing ladders. • Be prompt, detailed, and organized with paperwork • Be able to multitask while remaining efficient • Be neat, clean and always maintain a professional appearance • Have a great driving record • Be able to listen and apply directions, maintain an attention to detail, and possess overall common sense • Be responsible and trustworthy • Have a pleasant and positive attitude Applicants must pass security background and must have a clean DMV record with a MINIMUM of 5 years licensed driving experience. If interested, please respond with your resume and cover letter. No resume or cover letter? NO WORRIES! Just email your work experience and a few sentences as to why you would be a good addition to our company. One we receive your inquiry our response will include a link to a short assessment. To be considered for this position you must first complete this assessment and then you will be contacted with the next steps. Please put 'Plant Tech' in the subject line. Only applicants who put "Plant Tech" in the subject line will be considered.