Plant Care Technician

Duties

• Travel directly to your route in uniform with equipment (mileage paid from your first to last account).
• Routes may cover a wide geographic area. At larger accounts, some equipment is stored on site.
• Most Botanicus accounts are serviced under a replacement warranty, ensuring top-quality plant care.

What to Expect

• Caring for plants is rewarding—but it’s also physical! In a typical day, technicians may:
• Carry up to 100 gallons of water
• Spend hours on their feet, walking throughout client spaces
• Get hands-on (and sometimes a little dirty!) while keeping plants thriving
• Communicate with all levels of client staff. Problem solving happily, for best plant environments and access challenges.

Training & Growth

• We invest deeply in our technicians through a comprehensive training program that includes:
• On-the-job training with experienced technicians and senior horticulturists
• Classes and workshops at our warehouse
• Detailed manuals, reading materials, and ongoing study
• Regular “Plantmaster” meetings for continued learning

Hours & Benefits

• Schedule & Hours: Flexible scheduling based on mutual needs
• Most work is Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm
• Typically 20–35 hours per week (4–8 hour shifts, 3–4 days a week)
• Routes serviced every 2–3 weeks on a regular schedule
• Technicians coordinate coverage for vacations, holidays, and emergencies

Compensation & Incentives

• Starting pay: $20.00/hour
• Periodic bonuses based on profitability and performance
• Mileage reimbursement, uniforms, and all supplies provided

Performance Evaluation

• Plant quality & care standards
• Customer service and reliability
• Productivity, efficiency & teamwork
• Communication and cooperation

Benefits of Working with Botanicus

• Flexible weekday schedule
• Ongoing Botanicus “PlantMaster Training” in Indoor Horticulture
• Opportunities to grow your skills while working with plants 🌱

Requirements

• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Reliable transportation to travel between accounts
• No prior horticulture experience required—just bring an interest in plants!
• Able to pass a physical exam (see list of physical requirements)
• Must complete a basic background check and drug test