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Jc Ehrlich

Plant Care Specialist

Jc Ehrlich, Albany, New York, United States

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Plant Care Specialist The primary purpose of this role is to visit various customer sites each day and provide plant care by performing trained tasks such as grooming, rotating, watering, pruning, trimming, removing debris from planters, gauging soil moisture accurately with a soil probe and fertilizing as needed. The specialist provides ultimate plant care while preventing damage to surrounding floors, walls, carpet, furniture, etc. from water and/or moisture.

Responsibilities

Exercise trained techniques to apply and maintain appropriate amounts of water per lighting conditions and plant requirements.

Ensure plants and display containers are clean and free of dust and debris.

Keep all plants free from diseases and insects.

Maintain appearance of top dressing and other ornamental elements.

Recognize and communicate additional Ambius product needs to grow the business.

Assist on a variety of plantscape installations, including interior or exterior container gardens, wall‑mounted systems, commercial plantscapes, and more.

Assist on holiday decoration installations decorating the interior and exterior of buildings with a team as well as removal of holiday decorations as needed at the end of the season.

Maintain scenting and air purification equipment as necessary.

Provide solid communication and critical problem‑solving skills.

Regularly drive a service van/truck in urban and rural settings.

Be able to safely climb ladders and work on ladders.

Use pruners, scissors, and other sharp objects safely.

Qualifications

Experience caring for plants is preferred.

High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Available to work Monday‑Friday and Saturdays as needed.

Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.

Basic math skills – able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels.

Customer‑facing experience preferred.

Ability to drive a service vehicle regularly.

Safe ladder‑climbing ability.

Experience using pruners, scissors, and other sharp objects.

Compensation Hourly: $18.00 - $27.00. While starting pay falls within the given range, it can vary based on geographic location, skills, education, and experience. Total earnings may also be affected by overtime, incentives, commissions, performance, and route assignment (where applicable).

Benefits

Benefits start day 1 for Full‑Time Colleagues with no waiting period.

Professional and Personal Growth.

Health and Wellness – Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.

Savings and Retirement – 401(k) with company‑matching contributions.

Work‑Life Balance – vacation days & sick days, company‑paid holidays & floating holidays, and a company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer We are Proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer! EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Link to Federal employment poster: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

This company is a Drug Free workplace. Rentokil is committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. California residents click here to review your privacy rights.

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